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As I was reading a recent Yelp review for Maluhia tree tunnel and that Yelper states, "its nothing special and don't go out of your way", well everyone is entitled to their own opinion, @ tree snob. I don't feel this way at all about Maluhia Road Tree Tunnel, it sure brings back great memories of my first time visit to Kauai during my honeymoon. 25+ years ago, so happy to be able to experience this Tree Tunnel twice again during my recent visit, one thing I wish tree tunnel is longer and I do not recommend driving this tunnel at night. haha. Tunnel is on the way to Poipu side so this is a nice bonus to pass the tree tunnel to and from. I love the scenery of trees! Please show your respect for the beauty of nature, for this tunnel and trees! A post I came across regarding the Tree Tunnel, history and haunted, Hmmm... happy reading. ( *Sharing this, from social media post*) Haunted Koloa Tree Tunnel Headed towards the Southern shore, we take the scenic route through the famous Tree Tunnel on Maluhia Road. Aptly named, the Tree Tunnel is made up of hundreds of fragrant, century-old eucalyptus trees planted along nearly a mile of roadway whose branches seem to reach across the road creating a beautiful tunnel of shade and foliage.Many late-night travelers claim that the Tree Tunnel is haunted. One night, four brothers were driving back to Lihue after spending the day in Koloa town. The oldest was driving their mother's new truck and, as they rounded out the end of the s-curves, the truck started to sputter and lose power. The oldest brother continued to drive, hoping to make it out of the tunnel of trees before the truck died altogether but, to no avail. This new truck, which hadn't had any problems before, stopped in the middle of the road, in the middle of that long stretch of trees. Maluhia Road has a very slight incline, so one cannot see the end, or the cars coming towards you until you make it to the top of that incline. A little freaked out, the young men saw the yellowish shine of lights on the tree canopy up ahead, indicating that a car was coming towards them. As the light grew brighter, they expected to see the vehicle and its headlights come over the incline any second. Suddenly, the light vanished. Surprised, the brothers waited a few seconds but no car came towards them. Completely freaked out now, the eldest young man tried to start the truck and the engine turned over on the first crank as if it never died out in the first place. He raced to the end of the tunnel as fast as he dared. None of the boys have an explanation for what happened. The mechanics at their local shop saw nothing in their diagnostics and there was no indication of anything that would make the truck die out. As for the strange light that just vanished, some have said it was Pele, others say it could have been the night marchers, and some unseen force caused the vehicle to stop so as not to encounter the ghostly procession. We'll probably never know.
Pretty underwhelming and not a true tunnel. More like just a forested area with trees growing on both sides of the road. There are only a few areas where the trees are growing close enough to look like they're touching, especially true during the daytime. It's also a 50 mph highway, so you pretty much zip through the trees within minutes. If you're heading from North Shore or Lihue to Poipu, you'll drive through here anyways but otherwise, it's not worth a trip just to see! If you're driving a convertible, put the top down to get the best pics while driving through as there's nowhere to stop or pull over!
Do not go out of your way to see this tree tunnel. "Tunnel" is a misnomer and a very generous one at that. It's a road with trees growing on either side, where in a few, but mostly not, it looks as if the trees come together. If you're going to Poipu Beach or Spouting Horn blowhole, you'll drive through this tunnel if you're coming from Lihue. Again, do not go out of your way for this, or you'll be underwhelmed. Visited: January 2023
Entering this tree tunnel is very pretty. It will give you the ahhh! Lush, welcoming, and unique! Large leaves wrapping the trees is also present. It even has this magical fantasy feeling like it came from a story book! Reading more about the history on how these trees got her is pretty interesting: "The original 500 trees were planted in 1911 as a gift to the community from Pineapple Baron Walter McBryde. They were leftover from a large landscape project of his estate home, which are now the grounds of the Kukuiolono Park and Golf Course in Kalaheo. McBryde was the co-founder of McBryde Sugar Company and also managed the Kaua`i Pineapple Company." https://poipubeach.org/blog/kauais-famous-tree-tunnel/ And the fact that it feels like it's story book! It's like part of you island adventure as a tourist! "The tree tunnel marks the entrance to the island's most appreciated tourist attraction - The Koloa Heritage Trail. The Heritage Trail or the Holo Holo Koloa Scenic Byway is collectively represented by a series of places to stops that are of historical importance." Eucalyptus is also a very sacred tree. The aroma. The smell. The size! The history and medicinal use of the eucalyptus oil is also very meaningful while you enter this tree tunnel. Breath it all in! Like the a steam room that is infused with eucalyptus oil. This is tree tunnel that is worth entering!
Love it when the afternoon light hits it and the leaves on the vine display different colors and shades of green. The trees are tall and majestic. The trees lining the road symbolizes path adorned for royalty. The experience changes based on the time of the day and the lighting. Drive through it at different times. If you are stuck in traffic at least you can enjoy the view. There is a magical quality. Like land of the fairy tale.
8.15.2021 "Tunnel of Trees"- ginormous, glorious, gorgeous and a Kauai favorite landmark to drive through. I do not recommend stopping to take photos. There is no parking --it's a highway. It is extremely dangerous doing so. Still watch out for tourists pulling over and taking photographs and walking around. The surrounding area is epic -- so green, lush, lively. No wonder Hollywood loves making movies on Kauai. Tip: Please respect the land and people. Drive with the aloha spirit. Mahalo!
We had to drive this path to go from our place to do some errands and go to some stores and it was soo beautiful. Its not super long and not something I would make a trip to go see, but it was really pretty. Super quant and peaceful, if you go down it with no traffic, it's nice to just slow down the pace and really take in all the greenery and trees and its just a nice unexpected path to take.
Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful! Really a bummer that there isn't a place to take pictures or any type of sign to indicate where you are. I drove through it a few times before realizing where I was because there isn't a sign. It is well worth the drive and is truly like driving through a movie scene or something. But better, because it's real. Roll your windows down, drive slower than 50, and really take the time to scan the view. This whole island is miraculous! By driving slower and with the windows down you can get some really pretty pictures.
Walter Duncan McBryde, a Kaua'i native, donated more than 500 eucalyptus trees that he had left over when he built a house to create the Tree Tunnel. McBryde, the owner of the McBryde Sugar Co. and member of the territorial government, gave the trees, also known as swamp mahogany, to the county. The tree tunnel is located just off Highway 50 as Highway 520 heads south toward Koloa. There aren't many places to pull over and take photographs, so do it at the start or at the end. The tunnel formerly formed a full canopy, but it was damaged during Hurricanes 'Iwa in 1982 and 'Iniki in 1992. It's interesting to see and is worth driving through on the way to Koloa or Po'ipu.
1 year ago
We got quite a kick out of this Tree Tunnel on Maluhia Road! This was our second time on this island and we went through here the first visit, and went through here several times on this visit. It's so cool to see how the trees grew like this. It can be a bit creepy at night though as there are no lights except from cars lol! This is definitely a sight to see when on Kauai! read more
1 year ago
8 months ago
As I was reading a recent Yelp review for Maluhia tree tunnel and that Yelper states, "its nothing special and don't go out of your way", well everyone is entitled to their own opinion, @ tree snob. I don't feel this way at all about Maluhia Road Tree Tunnel, it sure brings back great memories of my first time visit to Kauai during my honeymoon. 25+ years ago, so happy to be able to experience this Tree Tunnel twice again during my recent visit, one thing I wish tree tunnel is longer and I do not recommend driving this tunnel at night. haha. Tunnel is on the way to Poipu side so this is a nice bonus to pass the tree tunnel to and from. I love the scenery of trees! Please show your respect for the beauty of nature, for this tunnel and trees! A post I came across regarding the Tree Tunnel, history and haunted, Hmmm... happy reading. ( *Sharing this, from social media post*) Haunted Koloa Tree Tunnel Headed towards the Southern shore, we take the scenic route through the famous Tree Tunnel on Maluhia Road. Aptly named, the Tree Tunnel is made up of hundreds of fragrant, century-old eucalyptus trees planted along nearly a mile of roadway whose branches seem to reach across the road creating a beautiful tunnel of shade and foliage.Many late-night travelers claim that the Tree Tunnel is haunted. One night, four brothers were driving back to Lihue after spending the day in Koloa town. The oldest was driving their mother's new truck and, as they rounded out the end of the s-curves, the truck started to sputter and lose power. The oldest brother continued to drive, hoping to make it out of the tunnel of trees before the truck died altogether but, to no avail. This new truck, which hadn't had any problems before, stopped in the middle of the road, in the middle of that long stretch of trees. Maluhia Road has a very slight incline, so one cannot see the end, or the cars coming towards you until you make it to the top of that incline. A little freaked out, the young men saw the yellowish shine of lights on the tree canopy up ahead, indicating that a car was coming towards them. As the light grew brighter, they expected to see the vehicle and its headlights come over the incline any second. Suddenly, the light vanished. Surprised, the brothers waited a few seconds but no car came towards them. Completely freaked out now, the eldest young man tried to start the truck and the engine turned over on the first crank as if it never died out in the first place. He raced to the end of the tunnel as fast as he dared. None of the boys have an explanation for what happened. The mechanics at their local shop saw nothing in their diagnostics and there was no indication of anything that would make the truck die out. As for the strange light that just vanished, some have said it was Pele, others say it could have been the night marchers, and some unseen force caused the vehicle to stop so as not to encounter the ghostly procession. We'll probably never know. read more
Pretty underwhelming and not a true tunnel. More like just a forested area with trees growing on both sides of the road. There are only a few areas where the trees are growing close enough to look like they're touching, especially true during the daytime. It's also a 50 mph highway, so you pretty much zip through the trees within minutes. If you're heading from North Shore or Lihue to Poipu, you'll drive through here anyways but otherwise, it's not worth a trip just to see! If you're driving a convertible, put the top down to get the best pics while driving through as there's nowhere to stop or pull over! read more
5 months ago
Do not go out of your way to see this tree tunnel. "Tunnel" is a misnomer and a very generous one at that. It's a road with trees growing on either side, where in a few, but mostly not, it looks as if the trees come together. If you're going to Poipu Beach or Spouting Horn blowhole, you'll drive through this tunnel if you're coming from Lihue. Again, do not go out of your way for this, or you'll be underwhelmed. Visited: January 2023 read more
Entering this tree tunnel is very pretty. It will give you the ahhh! Lush, welcoming, and unique! Large leaves wrapping the trees is also present. It even has this magical fantasy feeling like it came from a story book! Reading more about the history on how these trees got her is pretty interesting: "The original 500 trees were planted in 1911 as a gift to the community from Pineapple Baron Walter McBryde. They were leftover from a large landscape project of his estate home, which are now the grounds of the Kukuiolono Park and Golf Course in Kalaheo. McBryde was the co-founder of McBryde Sugar Company and also managed the Kaua`i Pineapple Company." https://poipubeach.org/blog/kauais-famous-tree-tunnel/ And the fact that it feels like it's story book! It's like part of you island adventure as a tourist! "The tree tunnel marks the entrance to the island's most appreciated tourist attraction - The Koloa Heritage Trail. The Heritage Trail or the Holo Holo Koloa Scenic Byway is collectively represented by a series of places to stops that are of historical importance." Eucalyptus is also a very sacred tree. The aroma. The smell. The size! The history and medicinal use of the eucalyptus oil is also very meaningful while you enter this tree tunnel. Breath it all in! Like the a steam room that is infused with eucalyptus oil. This is tree tunnel that is worth entering! read more
Love it when the afternoon light hits it and the leaves on the vine display different colors and shades of green. The trees are tall and majestic. The trees lining the road symbolizes path adorned for royalty. The experience changes based on the time of the day and the lighting. Drive through it at different times. If you are stuck in traffic at least you can enjoy the view. There is a magical quality. Like land of the fairy tale. read more
3 years ago
Beautiful tunnel of trees to come across and drive through! Very fun to just randomly find! read more
8.15.2021 "Tunnel of Trees"- ginormous, glorious, gorgeous and a Kauai favorite landmark to drive through. I do not recommend stopping to take photos. There is no parking --it's a highway. It is extremely dangerous doing so. Still watch out for tourists pulling over and taking photographs and walking around. The surrounding area is epic -- so green, lush, lively. No wonder Hollywood loves making movies on Kauai. Tip: Please respect the land and people. Drive with the aloha spirit. Mahalo! read more
5 years ago
We had to drive this path to go from our place to do some errands and go to some stores and it was soo beautiful. Its not super long and not something I would make a trip to go see, but it was really pretty. Super quant and peaceful, if you go down it with no traffic, it's nice to just slow down the pace and really take in all the greenery and trees and its just a nice unexpected path to take. read more
3 years ago
Wonderful scenic driveway links two worlds. I was Alice in Wonderland when driving up and down this tree tunnel. I was picking up some poke at a fine fish market near by, then driving through this tunnel to Poipu Beach - 8 minutes away for an ocean view lunch. What a terrific drive. read more
Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful! Really a bummer that there isn't a place to take pictures or any type of sign to indicate where you are. I drove through it a few times before realizing where I was because there isn't a sign. It is well worth the drive and is truly like driving through a movie scene or something. But better, because it's real. Roll your windows down, drive slower than 50, and really take the time to scan the view. This whole island is miraculous! By driving slower and with the windows down you can get some really pretty pictures. read more
Walter Duncan McBryde, a Kaua'i native, donated more than 500 eucalyptus trees that he had left over when he built a house to create the Tree Tunnel. McBryde, the owner of the McBryde Sugar Co. and member of the territorial government, gave the trees, also known as swamp mahogany, to the county. The tree tunnel is located just off Highway 50 as Highway 520 heads south toward Koloa. There aren't many places to pull over and take photographs, so do it at the start or at the end. The tunnel formerly formed a full canopy, but it was damaged during Hurricanes 'Iwa in 1982 and 'Iniki in 1992. It's interesting to see and is worth driving through on the way to Koloa or Po'ipu. read more
6 years ago
This spot on the island was a little underwhelming. We spotted it from the air and didn't know it existed, mostly because we stayed on the north end of the island. It looks awesome from the air so we decided to drive through. It is hard to tell it is a tunnel when driving through. But it is still cool. You may not know it is a tree tunnel unless you saw it on a map or someone told you. read more
9 years ago
5 years ago
This area is majestically beautiful. This all natural road is the perfect spot to take pictures! read more
10 years ago
We were headed to the North side of the island when we came across this little gem. The tree tunnel feels like you are transported into another time and another place. There are different trees that help shade you from the sun and rains that are infamous in kauai. Make sure to take out your camera and take a few pictures of this masterpiece. It's worth a look see and most likely it will be on route for you! read more
12 years ago
The Maluhia Road Tree Tunnel was one of the most pleasant, unexpected surprises that I experienced in Kauai. Yes, it is a tunnel made of lush, beautiful trees. I have never seen anything like it before, so as cheesy as it sounds, I was captivated by its beauty. I tried to snap as many pictures as I possibly could while my mom drove through the tunnel. I also saw a few tourists walk to the entrance of the tunnel, stand where the stop signs were located and snap a few pictures. Anyways, if your destination takes you across the island, be sure to make your way through The Maluhia Road Tree Tunnel! read more
7 years ago
Our first full day in Kauai and our GPS told us to turn left onto Maluhia and immediately the greenery took my breath away. We did not expect what we saw.... The trees were so majestic and we felt like were in Narnia or Avatar. I was truly captivated by their beauty and made it a point to drive through any chance we got. Its a simple, relatively well paved road, and if you're in Kauai and driving around, definitely worth your while to see. I don't think making an entire excursion to see this tunnel is worth it but if you're touring Kauai or on your way to the west side, why not coconut? My biggest suggestion would be to visit here if you're in the Koloa/Poipu area. Less traffic in the morning, which was ideal for pictures read more
8 years ago
Way to end the last of our trip, before we headed to the airport we made a cruise thru the tree tunnel and made a little photo shoot with it. read more
9 years ago
Tree Tunnel = one word BEAUTIFUL Who knew eucalyptus trees could be such a beauty to ones eyes. Was stuck in traffic for a bit but I didn't mind. read more
This is pretty neat how long the stretch of road is that is covered by the trees. I gave 3 stars because I found multiple other areas on the island with similar settings. If you didn't know this was here you would probably say, "Wow, this is a really cool road". Kaua'i is a beautiful place and if you are going to Poipu then you really should drive this route. read more
When I saw "tree tunnel" as a MUST-SEE destination on our list of things to do on Kauai, I was so stoked. What's cooler than a huge tunnel of trees?! But when I finally got to it, I gotta say I was a little disappointed. I will admit it's pretty cool to see so many huge trees lined up, but there were no signs, no places to pull over, and if I hadn't checked my gps I probably would've missed it thinking it was just any other tree lined road in Kauai (which is a lot.) Overall, it's cool if you drive through it on your way to another destination. But I wouldn't go out of my way for it. read more
6 years ago
10 years ago
Really beautiful road lined with trees for about a mile. It's breathtaking, especially if you can swing traveling it without any other cars! read more
10 years ago
So pretty , when it's raining it's you get semi protected by all the trees. Very pretty and looks like something out of a movie. read more
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