Kaunakakai  | Hawaii |  | Maui County | | Kaunakakai |  |
GuidesMolokai serves its reputation for being the most "Hawaiian like" island of all Hawaiian Islands. Travelers who venture here are not looking for high rise buildings, shopping malls or extreme entertainment. Situated in small clusters, there are few, small towns scattered on the land. The main village in this southern plain area is called Kaunakakai. The town looks like an old western with weathered and faded clapboard houses. There are horses in nearby fields, an arid cactus desert to one side and a lush palm jungle on the other. Kaunakakai is where most of Molokai's residents reside. The town is only three blocks long with no traffic lights. The main attractions are "mom and pop" like shops, few restaurants, tourist information and a grocery store.
When visiting this rustic village, one will feel a sense of family and community. Almost all of the buildings are in their original structure and locals will go out of their way to smile or give a friendly gesture. On the outskirts of the town, the land rises gradually from sea level to the Molokai Forest. On ward is the nearly mile-high Mount Kamakou. Outdoor adventures will find Kaunakakai an ideal place to stay and rest after a long hike. Relaxation is what all visitors to this remote town will definitely accomplish.
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