Pohakuloa Road

Molokai Scenic Drive Guide

Pohakuloa Road

Pohakuloa Road is a short west Molokai drive from the Kaluakoi/Papohaku area toward Dixie Maru Cove, with dry-country scenery, quiet beach access roads, kiawe trees and Pacific views.

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Pohakuloa Road, Molokai

This scenic drive on Pohakuloa Road begins at the end of Kaluakoi Road (near Papohaku Beach) and ends at the road's dead end at Dixie Maru Cove (Kapukahehu Beach) on Molokai's west shore. It's just a 2-mile (3.2 km) drive, but with many scenic views along the way.

The road overlooks the coastline and along the way are several beach access roads (to Po'olau Beach, Paka'a Beach and Dixie Maru Cove). Few people come all the way out here, so you will have the road almost to yourself. It's an easy, relaxed drive with views of the ocean, kiawe forests and west Molokai's arid landscape.

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Location, Parking and Directions

Pohakuloa Road is located on Molokai's west shore. From the Kaluakoi Road area south of Papohaku Beach, turn onto Pohakuloa Road and follow it toward Dixie Maru Cove/Kapukahehu Beach. The map marker identifies a point on Pohakuloa Road along the west Molokai route.

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Where is Pohakuloa Road on Molokai?

Pohakuloa Road is on Molokai's west shore. It branches from the Kaluakoi Road area south of Papohaku Beach and leads toward Dixie Maru Cove, also known as Kapukahehu Beach.

How long is the Pohakuloa Road drive?

The road is about 2 miles long. It is a short drive, but it offers open west Molokai scenery, dry-country landscapes, ocean views and access to several quiet beach areas.

Which beaches are near Pohakuloa Road?

The road provides access toward Poolau Beach, Pakaa Beach and Dixie Maru Cove/Kapukahehu Beach. Papohaku Beach and Kepuhi Beach are also nearby in the broader west Molokai area.

Is Pohakuloa Road busy?

No. This part of west Molokai is usually quiet, with very light traffic. Visitors should still drive slowly, respect private property and use public access routes only.

What should visitors know before going?

Bring water, check beach and surf conditions, and do not expect many services. Some beach access roads are small and easy to miss, and Dixie Maru Cove/Kapukahehu Beach has no facilities.