📸 Waialohe Park | Peaceful Stop Along the Road to Hana
📝 My Story:
Tucked along the winding journey of the Road to Hana, Waialohe Park was a peaceful and much-needed stop for us to stretch our legs, catch our breath, and admire the coastline.
This small, scenic park offers two vastly different moods depending on which side you look — one side with calm, serene waters framed by palm trees, and the other side with dramatic, crashing waves against rugged lava rocks at the nearby Ke‘anae Lookout.
It’s not a long stop, but it’s a perfect one. A great place for a bathroom break, a picnic, or just a few deep breaths before tackling the next stretch of tight turns and one-lane bridges!
🌎 Location:
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📌 Quick Info:
🏙️ City: Ke‘anae, Maui
🅿️ Parking: Free lot available
🚻 Bathrooms: Yes (basic facilities)
🚲 Bike Rentals: Not available
🧭 Travel Tip: Use this stop to refuel (snacks, water, bathrooms) before continuing the drive
📸 Photographer’s Note: Capture both the tranquil and rugged sides of Maui’s coastline in one spot
🛐 Etiquette: Respect the peaceful vibe — many locals use this park for quiet time
🕰️ Best Time to Explore: Late morning for fewer crowds
♿ Accessibility: Parking lot is close, with flat grassy areas
💡 Pro Tip:
Pack a small cooler with snacks before starting the Road to Hana — stops like Waialohe Park are perfect places to pull over, take a break, and refuel!
📸 Photography Tip:
Use a wide-angle lens to capture the contrasting scenes on either side of the park — calm waters on one side, wild surf on the other.
Morning light offers great reflections, while afternoon light emphasizes the textures of the lava rocks.
🎉 Fun Fact:
The nearby village of Ke‘anae is famous for its taro fields, which have been farmed by native Hawaiians for generations. Taro is the key ingredient in poi, a staple of traditional Hawaiian diets!
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