There are tons of great places to visit all around the Hawaiian Islands. But the friendliest town in Hawaii has to go to Makawao Town, a cheerful Cowboy town and art community on the island of Maui. It’s a small town, but there’s plenty to do. Whether you come for the rodeo, the artwork, or the best bakery on the island, you’ll leave happy after visiting this charming small town in Hawaii.

If you’re looking for a friendly spot, head on to Upcountry Maui.

John Elk via The Image Bank / Getty Images There’s a small little town called Makawao that’s filled with cowboys, artists, and some of the best baked goods on the island. This town is a must-see if you’re out and about exploring.

This town is also home to horses and all manner of ranch animals.

Maui Tropical Soaps / Facebook It’s not uncommon to see cowboys riding down the middle of the street. And if you enjoy horseback riding yourself, be sure to check out the nearby pasture lands and forests.

The Makawao Forest Reserve is nearby, complete with great hiking trails.

MakenaStockMedia / Design Pics / Getty Images The Kahakapao Loop Trail is a favorite, climbing through forested areas with beautiful wildflowers. It’s a moderate hike that’s perfect during the heat of the day.

The Makawao Rodeo is held annually on the Fourth of July and is a huge draw.

Archershoots via Moment Collection / Getty Images Watch Hawaiian cowboys, or Paniolo, barrel race, calf rope, and bareback bronco ride. It’s just like your traditional rodeo, but with a Hawaiian twist!

And don’t forget the art galleries and community in this small town.

Photo by Meredith Narrowe via Moment Collection / Getty Images In fact, it was voted one of the top 25 art community destinations in the entire United States. You’ll find glassblowers, wood sculptors, and painters, as well as the gorgeous Hui Noeau Visual Arts Center.

And while you’re in town, you have to stop at T. Komoda Store.

Photo by Meredith Narrowe via Moment Collection / Getty Images This bakery is a local Maui favorite since 1916. You’ll find cream puffs, donuts on a stick, butter rolls, and other mouthwatering pastries.

It’s hard to decide what you’d want to see first, so you might want to stay awhile.

Mark Miller Photos / Stockbyte Collection / Getty Images All this, topped off with some of the friendliest locals in the Hawaiian Islands? It’s a great place to kick back, relax, and stay awhile.

Have you ever visited the friendliest town in Hawaii? Do you think another town deserves a shot at the title? Let us know in the comments!

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There’s a small little town called Makawao that’s filled with cowboys, artists, and some of the best baked goods on the island. This town is a must-see if you’re out and about exploring.

Maui Tropical Soaps / Facebook

It’s not uncommon to see cowboys riding down the middle of the street. And if you enjoy horseback riding yourself, be sure to check out the nearby pasture lands and forests.

MakenaStockMedia / Design Pics / Getty Images

The Kahakapao Loop Trail is a favorite, climbing through forested areas with beautiful wildflowers. It’s a moderate hike that’s perfect during the heat of the day.

Archershoots via Moment Collection / Getty Images

Watch Hawaiian cowboys, or Paniolo, barrel race, calf rope, and bareback bronco ride. It’s just like your traditional rodeo, but with a Hawaiian twist!

Photo by Meredith Narrowe via Moment Collection / Getty Images

In fact, it was voted one of the top 25 art community destinations in the entire United States. You’ll find glassblowers, wood sculptors, and painters, as well as the gorgeous Hui Noeau Visual Arts Center.

This bakery is a local Maui favorite since 1916. You’ll find cream puffs, donuts on a stick, butter rolls, and other mouthwatering pastries.

Mark Miller Photos / Stockbyte Collection / Getty Images

All this, topped off with some of the friendliest locals in the Hawaiian Islands? It’s a great place to kick back, relax, and stay awhile.

If you’re on Maui and want to see some more magical sights, check out The Ultimate Maui Waterfall Road Trip Is Right Here – And You’ll Want To Do It,

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Address: Makawao, HI, USA