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Olinda, Hawaii
Pasture in Olinda
Pasture in Olinda
Country United States
State Hawaii
County Maui
Area
 • Total 7.50 sq mi (19.4 km2)
 • Land 7.50 sq mi (19.4 km2)
 • Water 0.0 sq mi (0 km2)
Elevation
2,700 ft (800 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 1,188
 • Density 158.5/sq mi (61.2/km2)
Time zone UTC-10 (Hawaii-Aleutian)
ZIP Code
96768 (Makawao)
Area code(s) 808
FIPS code 15-57350

Olinda is a small community in Hawaii. It is located on the island of Maui. Olinda is known for its farms and homes. It is found about 2 miles (3.2 km) southeast of the town of Makawao.

Exploring Olinda, Hawaii

Olinda sits on the northern slopes of Haleakala, a large volcano. Its elevation ranges from about 1,800 feet (549 meters) to 4,200 feet (1,280 meters) above sea level. This means it has different climates depending on how high up you are.

What is a Census-Designated Place?

Olinda is called a census-designated place. This is a special area that the United States Census Bureau defines for counting people. It is like a town or city, but it does not have its own local government. In 2020, about 1,188 people lived in Olinda. The area of Olinda is about 7.5 square miles (19.4 square kilometers).

Famous Connections to Olinda

Olinda has some interesting links to famous people.

Mark Twain's Visit

The famous American writer Mark Twain once lived on Olinda Road. He is known for classic books like The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.

Jimi Hendrix's Concert

A famous concert by the legendary musician Jimi Hendrix took place near Olinda. It was called the Rainbow Bridge concert. This event happened in a cowfield just off Olinda Road.

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