Every place has its own unique etiquette. Part of the Road to Hana journey is the opportunity to experience Maui as the locals do. If you weren’t looking for a different aspect of island culture, chances are you would not have braved the Hana Highway’s one lane and hairpin turns. However, many Maui locals live and work around Hana, and it is important to share what is essentially their backyard in a respectful way that allows kamaaina (locals) and non-locals alike to make the most of Heavenly Hana. There are plenty of great sights to see on the Hana Highway in areas that welcome visitors, like state parks or other public places. Many Hana guidebooks will suggest stops that are actually on locals’ private property. If you want to avoid this, cross-reference these suggestions with more established guidebooks and choose suggested public access areas. If you can’t resist and you decide to risk checking out an even more out-of-the-way spot, remember you may come across a Hana local who isn’t thrilled to have you stumbling around their backyard.
