Kaluakoi Road

Kaluakoi Road leads from Maunaloa Highway toward west Molokai beach roads, resort areas, dry-country scenery and ocean views.

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Kaluakoi Road, Molokai

Kaluakoi Road is the main access road to Molokai's west shore. It leads from Maunaloa Highway (Hwy 460) to the Kepuhi Beach Resort, Ke Nani Kai Condos and other vacation rentals along Molokai's west shore, a 7-mile (11 km) drive.

From the beginning of Kaluakoi Road (where it intersects Maunaloa Highway), it is a downhill drive with scenic views of Molokai's west shore, the resort area and the arid landscape in this part of the island. It's an easy and relaxed drive with no traffic.

From Maunaloa Highway, the turnoff to Kaluakoi Road is easy to miss because there is no sign that tells you in advance when to slow down to make a turn. Watch out for the large sign right at the beginning of Kaluakoi Road that reads: Papohaku Ranchlands - Paniolo Hale - Ke Nani Kai - Kepuhi Beach Resort.

Key Features

Main road from Maunaloa Highway toward west Molokai
About 7 miles from the highway turnoff to the Kaluakoi resort area
The turnoff sign lists Papohaku Ranchlands, Paniolo Hale, Ke Nani Kai and Kepuhi Beach Resort
The road drops downhill through dry west Molokai terrain
Open views look toward the ocean, resort roads and beach areas
Papohaku Beach access roads are nearby
Kepuhi Beach and the former Kaluakoi resort area sit near the coast
Paved rural road with quiet traffic and limited services
Side roads near the coast lead toward vacation rentals and beach areas
Beach conditions can change quickly on west Molokai

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kaluakoi Road on Molokai?

Kaluakoi Road is on west Molokai and branches from Maunaloa Highway toward the former Kaluakoi resort area.

How long is the Kaluakoi Road drive?

The main drive from Maunaloa Highway toward the west shore resort area is about 7 miles.

What does Kaluakoi Road lead to?

The road leads toward Kepuhi Beach Resort, Ke Nani Kai, Paniolo Hale, Papohaku Ranchlands and west Molokai beach access roads.

Is the Kaluakoi Road turnoff easy to miss?

Yes. The turnoff from Maunaloa Highway can come up quickly, so slow down and watch for the sign listing Papohaku Ranchlands, Paniolo Hale, Ke Nani Kai and Kepuhi Beach Resort.

What is the drive like?

The road drops through dry west Molokai terrain with open views toward the ocean, resort roads and nearby beach areas.