Munro Trail & Lānaʻihale
Lānaʻihale
A forest dirt road along the island’s central ridge, climbing to the 1,026 m summit. On clear days you can see several other Hawaiian islands at once.
The Munro Trail is an unpaved ridge road about 20 km long. It is named after George Munro, a New Zealand naturalist who planted Cook pines in the early 20th century to catch clouds and fog. Along the way, it passes through pine and eucalyptus forests. The highest point, Lānaʻihale, rises to 1,026 m. On clear days you can see Maui, Molokai, Kahoolawe and even the Big Island. You can hike it or drive a four-wheel-drive vehicle (about 2 hours one way). The road becomes slippery after rain and is often temporarily closed, so check with your rental company before setting out.
Opening hours
All day (may close after rain)
Nearby sights
- Luahiwa Petroglyphs
- Lānaʻi Culture & Heritage Center
- Keomoku Village & Ka Lokahi o Ka Malamalama Church
- Lanai City & Dole Park
- Hulopoe Beach
- Kapihaʻa Fisherman's Trail
- Puʻupehe (Sweetheart Rock)
- Lanai Cat Sanctuary