Kula
From modest country properties to expansive estates and working farms on acreage.
From modest country properties to expansive estates and working farms on acreage.
Ideal climate with spectacular views and sunsets
Kula is an Upcountry Maui community on the slopes of Haleakalā, stretching across the island’s central highlands. Meaning “open country,” Kula lives up to its name with rolling pastures, jacaranda-lined roads, working farms, and wide-open views that sweep from mountain to ocean. Elevations range roughly from 1,000 to over 4,000 feet, creating a mild, temperate climate often described as “eternal spring.”
Long valued for its fertile soil and cooler temperatures, Kula has served as one of Maui’s primary agricultural regions for generations — a role that continues today through thriving farms, ranches, flower growers, and farm-to-table producers. The area’s pastoral landscape, layered with protea fields, lavender farms, orchards, and grazing land, gives it a distinctly rural character while remaining within easy reach of schools, shopping, and Central Maui.
Homes in Kula vary widely, from modest country properties to expansive estates and working farms on acreage. Many properties enjoy sweeping bi-coastal views, dramatic sunsets, and clear night skies. Privacy, space, and a strong sense of community draw residents seeking a quieter pace of life without sacrificing connection to the rest of the island.
With its blend of natural beauty, agricultural heritage, and residential appeal, Kula remains one of Maui’s most sought-after areas for those looking to put down roots, create a legacy property, or simply experience life Upcountry.
Residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life surrounded by spectacular Upcountry scenery. The community is also much less touristy than those closer to the coastline and has a far cooler climate.
Kula’s hillsides are dotted with cafés and restaurants serving exotic Hawaiian cuisine prepared with ingredients grown on this pastoral community’s farms and ranches. Kula Bistro opens from breakfast through dinner and serves homestyle Italian cooking with a touch of island panache. Across from Kula Bistro, the historic Morihara Store is your go-to for groceries and everyday essentials. Morihara Store also carries an extensive wine selection which can be enjoyed alongside a meal at Kula Bistro with no corkage fee. Kula Lodge is a hotel and restaurant nestled in a gorgeous flower garden near the entrance to Haleakala National Park. Kula Lodge’s restaurant has a picturesque garden terrace with a wood-fired pizza oven and sweeping valley views. Along with great pizza, Kula Lodge’s menu includes hearty breakfasts, tasty sandwiches, and a dinner selection of handcrafted pasta dishes and mouthwatering meat and seafood choices. Grandma’s Coffeehouse also offers exceptional views from its outdoor deck. This cozy café serves organic coffee made from locally-grown beans alongside classic breakfast and lunch dishes. Grandma’s has been run by the same family since 1918.
The dormant volcano of Haleakala rises to more than 10,000 feet above sea level and can be seen from anywhere on Maui. Head to the 33,265-acre Haleakala National Park and ascend to the volcano’s crater to enjoy some of the world’s most breathtaking sunrise and sunset views (but bring a coat, its freezing in the morning!). The park’s landscape also has stunning rock gardens and deserts as well as lush streams and waterfalls. Off-roading, hiking, and hunting trails run through the 10-acre Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area, which is part of the sprawling mountainside Kula Forest. Other popular attractions in the area include Maui Bees Honey Farm and the colorful fields of Ali’i Kula Lavender Farm. You can pick up fresh organic produce grown on Kula’s abundant agricultural land at Upcountry Farmers’ Market, held each Saturday morning in KulaMalu Town Center. Vendors at the farmers’ market offer freshly-caught fish, tropical plants and flowers, lilikoi butter, exotic prepared foodstuffs, and locally-grown coconuts, macadamia nuts, and coffee. Haleakala Waldorf School’s Holiday Faire is an annual community gathering featuring live entertainment, arts-and-crafts and food vendors, and a silent auction. Local amenities include Kula Hospital, which is Maui’s premier healthcare facility.
9,463 people live in Kula , where the median age is 45.9 and the average individual income is $44,839. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Kula , including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Maui Estate Coffee, Kim's Healing Hale, and Thompson Road.
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| Active | 3.9 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.42 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.77 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.17 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Kula has 3,155 households, with an average household size of 2.97. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Kula do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 9,463 people call Kula home. The population density is 46.63 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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