All About Lanai

Horseback Riding on Lanai

Keahiakawelo

Keahiakawelo, or Garden of the Gods, is one of the more unusual sites in the islands, or anywhere else for that matter. Looking around you see no vegetation, no birds…only ancient boulders and mysterious little piles of rock that are most enchanting at dusk. The setting sun casts a warm orange glow on the rock sculptures, illuminating them in brilliant reds and purples. The area is accessible by hiking or by taking a four-wheel drive to the end of Polihua Road.

Hulopo‘e Bay

Hulopo‘e Bay greets you with a stunning expanse of golden sand and deep blue waters. The area has a beach park with picnic tables, barbecue grills, restrooms and showers. Most of the year this protected bay is the best spot on the island for snorkeling, swimming, body boarding and exploring the many tide pools carved out of volcanic rock.

Lāna‘i City

With no traffic lights or traffic jams, Lāna‘i City exists much as it did almost a century ago. Browse the shops, art galleries, restaurants and Cultural and Heritage Center that surround the town square.

Kaiolohia

Just off shore of Kaiolohia, or Shipwreck Beach, the massive, rusting hulk of a WWII Liberty Ship stands marooned on a reef, anchored in time. The eightmile stretch of shore is a wonderful place to hike and beachcomb.

Munro Trail

The rustic Munro Trail near Lāna‘i City can be hiked. This seven-mile, one-lane dirt road offers sweeping vistas amongst the majestic Cook pine trees introduced by Munro himself. The trail offers spectacular views and the 1,600-foot climb in elevation cools the air. The trail takes you to the top of Mount Lāna‘ihale, Lāna‘i’s highest peak at 3,370 feet.