MAUI Road BIKE Routes
Want to ride, but don’t know where?
Don’t worry – we got you.
You’re excited to come to Maui to experience world-class bike riding through spectacular Hawaiian landscapes, but you’re wondering where exactly to ride. Let Maui Sunriders Bike Shop be your resource!
Our team of passionate cyclists has curated a collection of Maui bike routes of varying challenge levels all over the island. Whether you’re looking to cruise around town, explore some of the great bike paths on Maui, or cycle up to the summit of Haleakala, we have a route for you!
Need a bike to rent? Our Maui Sunriders rental fleet consists of everything from carbon / aluminum road bikes, full suspensions, hardtails, e-bikes, 3-speeds crusiers, or single-speeds.
Explore some of our Maui bike routes below!
Epic Maui Bike Routes
West Maui Loop (Advanced)
60 Miles / 4,400′ Elevation gain
Circumnavigate the Western Maui Mountains as you hug the coastline, soaking in sweeping views of the Pacific around almost every turn.
East Maui Loop (Expert)
106 Miles / 10,500′ Elevation Gain
One hundred and six miles, 10,000 feet of vertical gain, 617 hairpin turns, and 59 one-lane bridges make one full circumnavigation of Haleakala volcano.
Sea to Summit: Climbing Haleakala (Expert)
36 Miles / 10,023′ Elevation Gain
Climb from sea level to 10,023′ over 36 paved miles to the summit of Haleakala volcano. We outline the route, and identify key stops to make along the way to give you the best shot at a successful climb!
Paia Bike Routes
Tour of Haiku (Beginner)
15 Miles / 1,300′ Elevation gain
A beginner road biking route along the Hana Highway, highlighted by a short climb into and through the jungle town of Haiku.
The Triangle from Paia (Beginner)
28 Miles / 700′ Elevation gain
Follow “The Triangle” roads through the center of Maui, taking mostly right turns (minimal traffic crossings!) starting and ending at Maui Sunriders Bike Shop in Paia.
Iao Valley (Intermediate)
28 Miles / 1,800′ Elevation Gain
A 28-mile out and back bike route from Paia to the lush jungle of the sacred Iao Valley. Add a bonus climb for great views of Haleakala!
Tour of Haiku (Intermediate)
30 Miles / 3,000′ Elevation Gain
Climb to Makawao before a scenic descent through Haiku, and an oceanside return to Paia.
Makawao Figure 8 (Advanced)
40 Miles / 4,500′ Elevation gain
Bike in a figure 8 loop, using the cowboy town of Makawao as your focal point. Start with a big climb, then enjoy a long scenic descent back down to sea level.
Olinda Forest (Advanced)
31 Miles / 4,300′ Elevation Gain
Climb from the beach up into a pine forest at nearly 4,000′. A steep, windy descent awaits to round out this 31-mile route!
Paia Bike Path (Family)
8.5 miles / 120′ elevation gain (out and back)
Cruise the shoreline on a flat, paved bike path absent of motor vehicles. Fun for the whole family!
Kihei Bike Routes
La Perouse (Beginner)
22 Miles / 1,200′ Elevation Gain
A straightforward out and back bike route that takes you beachside from Kihei to La Perouse, the location of the youngest land on Maui.
Kihei to Paia (Beginner)
18 Miles / 300′ Elevation gain
Connect our two Maui Sunriders locations via a couple of the best bike paths on the island! A straightforward and flat bike route (although likely windy!).
The Triangle from Kihei (Beginner)
23 Miles / 300′ Elevation gain
One of many great Maui cycling routes. Take mostly right turns (minimal traffic crossings!) starting and ending at Maui Sunriders Bike Shop in Kihei.
La Perouse (Intermediate)
35 Miles / 1,800′ Elevation gain
Ride beachside from Kihei out to La Perouse, the youngest land on Maui. Take the long way back to our Kihei shop – can you hit all the pit stops we’ve pointed out on this route?
Iao Valley (Intermediate)
31 Miles / 1,300′ Elevation Gain
A 31-mile out and back cycling route from Kihei to the lush jungle mountains of Iao Valley, and back again.
Kihei to Kula (Advanced)
45 Miles / 2,800′ Elevation Gain
Cycle through the center of Maui before climbing from the desert to the mountain town of Kula. Enjoy a epic descent to finish up your loop!
Lahaina Bike Routes
Nakalele Blowhole (Intermediate)
38 Miles / 2,500′ Elevation Gain
Ride to – and beyond – the westernmost point on Maui. Explore seaside frontage roads before getting a taste of the picturesque landscapes that characterize West Maui.
Conor O'Brian
Maui Sunriders contributing writer, photographer, route builder, and road cycling guide.
Conor is an avid bike rider, racer, adventurer, photographer, and graphic artist who spends his winters working for Maui Sunriders.
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