Sun Yet-Sen Park is a small roadside memorial park on Kula Highway in Keokea, Upcountry Maui. Dedicated to Chinese statesman Sun Yat-Sen, it has bronze statues of Sun and his brother Sun Mei, a stone arch, dragon sculptures and plaques. The hillside setting gives you views across Maui toward Kahoʻolawe and Molokini, with sunset a popular time to stop. Picnic tables and free parking make it a quiet place to stretch your legs on the drive, though there are no restrooms.
Sun Yat-Sen’s connection to Kula
Sun Yat-Sen, known as the father of modern China, lived for a time in his brother’s house in Kula. His ties to Hawaii began in 1879, and he later became the first president of the Republic of China in 1912. The park commemorates that connection and his political legacy.
The land was donated to Maui County by Ulupalukua Ranch in the late 1980s. Today, the memorial grounds include bronze statues of Sun Yat-Sen and his brother Sun Mei, along with plaques and inscriptions.
Memorials and hillside views
A stone arch and dragon sculptures add to the memorial setting. The park sits high on the slopes of Haleakalā, around 2,400 feet above sea level, with views toward Kahoʻolawe and Molokini. Its small scale makes this a brief stop rather than a long walk.
Picnic tables provide a place to sit and take in the surroundings. The park is on Kula Highway in Keokea, and free parking is available. There are no restrooms on site, so plan accordingly if you are continuing farther along the route.
FAQ
Where is Sun Yet-Sen Park?
The park is at 13-434 Kula Highway in Keokea, Upcountry Maui.
What can you see at Sun Yet-Sen Park?
The grounds have bronze statues of Sun Yat-Sen and his brother Sun Mei, a stone arch, dragon sculptures and plaques. Views extend toward Kahoʻolawe and Molokini.
Are there restrooms at Sun Yet-Sen Park?
No. Plan to use a restroom before stopping.
How long should you spend at Sun Yet-Sen Park?
Allow about 15 to 30 minutes for a short walk and a break at the picnic tables.
