UPCOUNTRY MAUIThe peaceful setting of Upcountry proves that there’s more to Maui than just sun and sand. Located on the slopes of Haleakala Crater, Upcountry offers unparalleled views to the sea. With a cooler climate and rich volcanic soil, Upcountry is also an ideal place for farming and visiting exotic botanical gardens. Small, charming towns are peppered throughout Upcountry’s winding roads. Begin near the coast in Paia town, full off unique shops, galleries, and restaurants. In Makawao, discover a thriving arts community and Maui’s paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) culture. In Kula, you’ll find a fruitful farming community where they harvest some of Maui’s freshest produce (including the famous Maui onion). In peaceful Ulupalakua you’ll find a working ranch and Tedeschi Vineyards, Maui’s winery. Travel beyond Upcountry up the Haleakala Highway and you’ll reach Haleakala National Park. Rising up to 10,023 feet, this is Maui’s highest point and the perfect spot to watch a sunrise above the clouds. Scenic and serene, Upcountry is a pleasant escape on your next trip to Maui. Top places to visit in Upcountry Maui:PaiaOnce a sugar plantation town, Paia’s country buildings are now full of eclectic shops, galleries, and restaurants. MakawaoThis charming town mixes its ranching past with a vibrant arts community and eclectic boutiques for shopping. KulaTake a farm tour or visit a botanical garden on the cool slopes of Upcountry. HaleakalaRising over 10,000 feet above sea level, Haleakala means “House of the sun” in Hawaiian. |
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