Makawao

The landscape around Makawao is cool upland country on the western slopes of Haleakalā, which has shaped both the town’s compact form and its agricultural and ranching economy. Set in Maui’s Upcountry district, Makawao developed as a centre of paniolo, or Hawaiian cowboy, culture, a tradition linked to the island’s cattle ranches. Its main street retains the feel of an old ranch town, with wooden-fronted shops, cafés and local galleries alongside everyday businesses. The annual Makawao Rodeo continues to celebrate this working heritage, while the higher elevations bring a noticeably different atmosphere from Maui’s coastal resorts. Explore nearby webcam locations that provide complementary perspectives on Upcountry Maui and Haleakalā.

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