About Makena
Makena is a small unincorporated community in central Hawaii.
Officially, Makena is a census-designated place — a real, named community that residents call home, governed at the county level. The community covers 9.47 square miles.
📰 Makena News Today
- Maui Compound in Photos Robb Report · Aug 17
- Makena Hawaii expands as founders leverage two decades of retail experience The Business Journals · Mar 26
- Maui Planning Commission defers decision on Makena State Park improvements Hawaii News Now · Jun 23
- Planning commission approves Makena State Park expansion Maui News · Jul 23
- Maui Was Just Named the No. 1 Hawaiian Island—and These Are Its Best Beaches for Calm Waters, Snorkeling, and Stunning Views Travel + Leisure · Aug 3
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Makena Unique
- The only place in America named Makena — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- An unincorporated community — no city hall of its own, which often means lower local taxes and county-managed services.
- Island living in the Pacific — year-round tropical climate.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 10 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Makena
- Ulupalakua Ranch — american
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🎡 Fun Things to Do
- Hanamanioa Point Light · Attraction
- Makena Stables · Attraction
- Snorkeling Entry Point · Attraction
- Turtle Arches · Attraction
Attractions mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateHawaii
TypeCDP
Population (2024)—
Land area9.47 sq mi
Coordinates20.6240, -156.4286