Hawaii released its island-by-island Destination Management Action Plans for 2026–2028, with Maui’s focusing on safety improvements along the Piilani Highway, better visitor flow on the Road to Hana, and a potential reservation-and-shuttle system at Honolua Bay.
- A fatal accident site at Mile Marker 36 on Piilani Highway is flagged for hazard signage, speed treatments, and visibility improvements.
- The Road to Hana corridor will see improved turnout markings, an on-site stewardship presence at Keanae, and a proposed certification program for Hana Highway tour guides.
- Honolua Bay could shift to off-site parking with reservation-based entry and shuttle service, funded initially by the state.
- The plan covers a two-year window (2026–2028) and targets a deliberately small group of high-priority sites rather than a sweeping statewide overhaul.
- High-profile spots like Diamond Head, Hanauma Bay, and Poipu Beach were not included as priority action sites in this round.
Source: Beatofhawaii
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