Haleakala Highway (Crater Road)
Haleakala Highway and Crater Road climb from Upcountry Maui to the summit of Haleakala, with switchbacks, cloud layers, volcanic scenery, rare native plants and sweeping island views.
Maui Scenic Drive Guide
Maui Scenic Drives
Find the best Maui scenic drives for coastal views, mountain roads, rainforest scenery, summit routes and memorable day trips, from the Road to Hana and Haleakala Highway to Pi'ilani Highway and Wailea Alanui Drive.
Scenic drive directory
Maui Scenic Drives
Browse Maui scenic drives, from coastal routes and lookout stops to mountain roads, historic highways and memorable day-drive ideas.
Pi'ilani Highway
Pi'ilani Highway, often called the back road to Hana, follows Maui's remote south side with rugged coastline, dry ranchland, lava-rock scenery and narrow rural road sections.
Road to Hana (Hana Highway)
The Road to Hana follows Maui's lush northeastern coast from Kahului to Hana, with rainforest scenery, waterfalls, ocean cliffs, one-lane bridges, black-sand beach access and a full-day driving pace.
Wailea Alanui Drive
Wailea Alanui Drive runs through South Maui's Wailea resort area, connecting landscaped resort entrances, beach access roads, golf course views, ocean glimpses and the route toward Makena.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best scenic drives on Maui?
Popular Maui scenic drives include the Road to Hana, Haleakala Highway, Pi'ilani Highway and Wailea Alanui Drive.
Which Maui scenic drive is best for waterfalls?
The Road to Hana is known for rainforest scenery, waterfalls, coastal cliffs, one-lane bridges and a full-day driving pace.
Which Maui drive goes to the Haleakala summit?
Haleakala Highway and Crater Road climb from Upcountry Maui toward the summit area with volcanic scenery, wide views and changing weather.
Is Pi'ilani Highway an easy drive?
Pi'ilani Highway has remote, narrow and rugged sections. Visitors should check road conditions and rental car rules before driving it.
Can you do Maui scenic drives in one day?
Some short drives fit easily into one day, but the Road to Hana or Haleakala summit route usually needs careful timing and an early start.