{"id":119767,"date":"2022-03-30T12:42:52","date_gmt":"2022-03-30T22:42:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hawaiicompro.wpengine.com\/?p=119767"},"modified":"2025-04-17T16:58:06","modified_gmt":"2025-04-18T02:58:06","slug":"your-road-to-hana-survival-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/your-road-to-hana-survival-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Road to Hana Survival Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Maui\u2019s Road to H\u0101na is one of the best drives you can take on your trip to Hawai\u02bbi. Roadside waterfalls? Check. Dozens of off-the-beaten-path hiking trails? You know it. Some of the best banana bread stops in the state? Oh yeah. But, the road gets a bad rap for its frightening twists and turns, one-lane thoroughfares and perilous cliffside locale. You should not, however, let those factors stop you from spending a day on the Road to H\u0101na, and we\u2019ve put together a survival guide with tips and tricks to help you make the drive.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Driving 101<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Of course, the actual act of driving down the Road to H\u0101na can be intimidating for folks behind the wheel. But contrary to popular belief, it\u2019s really not that bad once you tackle the first few hairpin turns. Drivers will find themselves falling into a rhythm with the road and it\u2019s not a bad idea to have only one person in your party doing the driving since they\u2019ll grow more and more accustomed to it. There are a few things to keep in mind, however.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The sections of the road that converge two lanes\u2014going opposite directions\u2014into one can throw people for a loop, so be sure to keep your eyes far ahead of where you are to see whether or not another car has already started coming down the now one-lane road. If so, simply wait for them to pass (if they\u2019re coming toward you) before proceeding. If this isn\u2019t judged correctly, you may end up in a jam with a car in front of you\u2014which is fine, but be prepared to reverse until the point where the road becomes two lanes once more.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

It\u2019s also a safe idea to give a short honk around blind corners. This will allow fellow drivers to know that there is a car coming toward them, and they may respond to your honk with one of their own. And if you are taking it slow on the Road to H\u0101na\u2014a good call if you\u2019re feeling uncomfortable behind the wheel\u2014be sure to let cars behind you pass by pulling off slightly onto the shoulder.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Riding<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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If you\u2019re not driving, congratulations. You get to pay full attention to the Road to H\u0101na, and you won\u2019t want to take your eyes off the road for a second. But, you may want to account for motion sickness during the drive, which can take well over an hour. To combat this, Dramamine or some ginger before starting the journey can make a world of difference. If you know you\u2019re prone to motion sickness, asking to sit upfront\u2014with the window rolled down\u2014can also be a lifesaver. And while you may want to be snapping pictures and videos on the entire drive, looking at your phone while on the drive can increase your chances of feeling queasy and uncomfortable.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

What to Pack<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Proper provisions can be a lifesaver on the Road to H\u0101na, which is really a day’s worth of activities by itself. Snacks, sunscreen and bug repellent are obvious inclusions, however you\u2019ll also need to download music on your phone or bring CDs with you in the car, as the road is known for its lack of reception\u2014meaning music streaming services like Spotify won\u2019t work. A couple of towels, hiking shoes along with slippers and minor first-aid items\u2014such as bandages and antibiotic ointments\u2014are also good things to have.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

In addition to packing items for yourself, be sure to pack your car with gas and fill up the tank before starting the Road to H\u0101na. It is a lot <\/em>of driving, so you really don\u2019t want to be worrying about the low gas light on your dashboard miles away from the closest gas station.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Road Rules<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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As gorgeous as the scenery is, stopping in the middle of the road to take pictures of a waterfall or vista is highly discouraged. While the Road to H\u0101na may seem like it was built solely to show the beauty and natural wonders of the Valley Isle, it is still a road that the residents of H\u0101na, and those who work in H\u0101na, use as a commute. This also means not pulling off and parking on the side of the road where there isn\u2019t enough room for other cars to easily pass. And please, please<\/em>, don\u2019t enter any old trail or hike without making sure it\u2019s actually legal for you to do so. There are numerous private properties along the Road to H\u0101na that don\u2019t want to have hikers, visitors or locals alike, on their land.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

It\u2019s also important to note that you may not want to leave valuables inside of your car, especially left out in plain sight. While Hawai\u02bbi is paradise, it isn\u2019t crime-free, and rental cars are often targeted by thieves.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Restrooms<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Look, when you gotta go, you gotta go. But on the Road to H\u0101na, you may not always have that luxury. There are a few restrooms on the road, such as the ones at Ho\u2019okipa Beach Park, Pua\u2019a Ka\u2019a State Wayside Park and Wai\u2019\u0101napanapa State Park.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Maui\u2019s Road to H\u0101na is one of the best drives you can take on your trip to Hawai\u02bbi. Roadside waterfalls? Check. Dozens of off-the-beaten-path hiking trails? You know it. Some of the best banana bread stops in the state? Oh yeah. But, the road gets a bad rap for its frightening twists and turns, one-lane…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":109,"featured_media":119768,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[29,3326],"tags":[2441],"class_list":["post-119767","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-maui","category-things-to-do-maui","tag-maui"],"yoast_head":"\nHana Hawaii: Tips for Driving the Scenic Route | Hawaii.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Explore the wonders of Hana Hawaii and conquer the famous Road to H\u0101na with tips for a safe and scenic drive.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/hawaii.com\/your-road-to-hana-survival-guide\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta 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