Where is Lahaina Located? - Lahaina is a city located in the Maui County of Hawaii, United States. Lahaina lies between 41.719978 Degrees North latitudes and 87.7479528 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is Lahaina Located?
Lahaina is a city located in the Maui County of Hawaii, United States. Lahaina lies between 41.719978 Degrees North latitudes and 87.7479528 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Lahaina city is 12702 people and the city has a total area of 7.78 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
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Lahaina, Hawaii Quick Facts
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Lahaina |
| County | Maui County |
| State | Hawaii |
| State Capital | Honolulu |
| US Region | Western United States (Pacific) |
| Latitude | 20.8783° N |
| Longitude | 156.6825° W |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Land Area | 5.44 sq mi |
| Water Area | 0.18 sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.62 sq mi |
| Population (2020 Census) | 12,702 |
| Population Density | Approximately 2,335 per sq mi |
| ZIP Code | 96761 |
| Area Code | 808 |
| Time Zone Standard | Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time (HST, UTC−10) |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD) |
| FIPS Code | 15-42950 |
| Island | Maui |
Transportation and Connectivity in Lahaina
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Nearest Airport | Kahului Airport |
| IATA Code | OGG |
| Major Highways | Honoapiʻilani Highway (HI-30) |
| Public Transit | Maui Bus |
| Harbor | Lahaina Harbor |
| Regional Access | Direct road access to Kāʻanapali, Kapalua, Maalaea, Kihei, and Kahului |
- Honoapiʻilani Highway (HI-30): The primary highway connecting Lahaina with the rest of western and central Maui.
- Kahului Airport: Located about 23 miles northeast, offering interisland and mainland U.S. flights.
- Maui Bus: Provides public transportation connecting Lahaina with Kahului, Wailuku, and other Maui communities.
- Lahaina Harbor: Serves excursion boats, ferries, fishing charters, snorkeling tours, and whale-watching cruises.
Top Places to Visit in Lahaina, Hawaii
| Landmark Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Lahaina Banyan Court Park | Historic Park |
| Lahaina Harbor | Harbor |
| Wo Hing Museum | Museum |
| Baldwin Home Museum | Historic House Museum |
| Old Lahaina Courthouse | Historic Landmark |
| Front Street | Historic Shopping District |
| Baby Beach | Beach |
| Kāʻanapali Beach | Beach |
| Puʻu Kekaʻa (Black Rock) | Natural Landmark |
| Maui Ocean Center (nearby) | Aquarium |
Driving Distances from Lahaina, Hawaii to Nearby Communities
| Destination | Island | Distance (mi) | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kāʻanapali | Maui | 4 | 10 minutes |
| Napili | Maui | 9 | 15 minutes |
| Kapalua | Maui | 11 | 20 minutes |
| Maalaea | Maui | 15 | 25 minutes |
| Kihei | Maui | 24 | 40 minutes |
| Wailuku | Maui | 25 | 40 minutes |
| Kahului | Maui | 23 | 40 minutes |
| Makawao | Maui | 34 | 55 minutes |
| Pāʻia | Maui | 30 | 50 minutes |
| Hāna | Maui | 74 | 2 hours 30 minutes |
Colleges and Universities near Lahaina, Hawaii
| Institution Name | Type | Level | Notable For |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Hawaiʻi Maui College | Public | Community College | Liberal arts, nursing, applied sciences, Hawaiian studies, and workforce education |
| Maui Economic Opportunity Business Development Center | Public | Training Center | Workforce development and vocational education |
| University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa | Public | Research University | Engineering, marine science, business, medicine, and Hawaiian studies |
| Hawaiʻi Pacific University | Private | University | Business, nursing, marine sciences, and liberal arts |
| Chaminade University of Honolulu | Private | University | Education, business, psychology, and health sciences |
Waterbodies in Lahaina, Hawaii
Pacific Ocean, Lahaina Harbor, Kahoma Stream, Kauaʻula Stream, Launiupoko Stream, Honokōwai Stream, Kāʻanapali Beach, Baby Beach
Stadiums in Lahaina
Lahainaluna High School Stadium, War Memorial Stadium (Wailuku), Patsy Mink Field, Maui High School Athletic Complex, Eddie Tam Memorial Center Athletic Fields
Lahaina, Hawaii — Key Historical Facts
- Lahaina served as the capital of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi from 1820 to 1845 during the reigns of King Kamehameha II and King Kamehameha III.
- In the nineteenth century, the town became an important Pacific whaling port, attracting ships and merchants from around the world.
- Lahaina developed into a major cultural and commercial center while preserving many historic buildings, museums, and landmarks associated with Hawaiian history.
- Tourism became the city's primary economic driver during the twentieth century, with Front Street, Lahaina Harbor, and nearby beaches attracting millions of visitors.
- In August 2023, catastrophic wildfires caused extensive destruction across Lahaina's historic district and residential neighborhoods, marking one of the deadliest natural disasters in modern Hawaii history and leading to long-term rebuilding and recovery efforts.
References
- County of Maui
- U.S. Census Bureau
- University of Hawaiʻi Maui College
- Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources
- Go Hawaii
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