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    Pipiwai Trail - Bamboo Forest

    Pipiwai Trail

    4.8(229 reviews)
    11.1 mi

    This is a pretty easy hike with great payoff! It only takes about 2 hours, and you get to hike over…read morea couple of bridges, through a bamboo forest, and end up at a gorgeous waterfall! I'm an athletic kinda girl, and I would say this trail is maybe a 2/5 in terms of difficulty. (I'd give it a 1, but it has some incline, so I gave it a 2.) My boyfriend is a homebody and rarely hikes, and he gave it a 3/5 in terms of difficulty. One thing to note: The drive to get here is a DOOZY. I did thee Road to Hana the last time I was in Maui, and it freaked me out so much that we tried going around the south side of the island this time. That was also very scary. Unless you are prepared for very narrow roads (I'm talking one lane with traffic going both ways) on a cliff, sometimes with drops straight into the ocean, don't do it. If you are okay with that, do the Road to Hana for the more scenic drive. The southern drive was less scenic, and probably just as scary.

    Came back here 5 years after I went the 1st time and brought my 9 year old. He made it to the end…read moreand back. The trail didn't seem as magical, maintained or green as I remember the 1st time. Maybe a different time of year? More mosquitoes as well. Still, it was pleasant and glad we went. We saw a lot of people bringing infants in carriers and really small kids. This is a serious hike. I would say maybe 7 + in age if you are bringing kids. You may make it part of the way, but it will take you an hour to get to the bamboo forest at least and there are a lot of weird wide steps. Bring water, snacks, hiking stick and bug spray.

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    Pipiwai Trail - Base of the waterfall

    Base of the waterfall

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    Haleakala National Park - (8/28/25)

    Haleakala National Park

    4.7(821 reviews)
    8.2 mi

    Witnessing a sunrise high above in Haleakala National Park on the beautiful island of Maui has got…read moreto be in my top ten outdoor experiences. The view is spectacular from so many angles. I have been lucky enough to witness a couple of sunrises in this park and all of them have been unique, mouth dropping gorgeous. I highly recommend. Sunsets are epic as well but there is something about the anticipation of patiently waiting for the sun to rise out here that is otherworldly. Times have changed with a reservation being required now to attend a sunrise (3am - 7am). Next it can take up to two hours to get here if you are staying in Lahaina. This means you are getting up extremely early to arrive for sunrise, but you won't regret it. You pass through the towns of Kahului, Paia, and Makawao before you begin your ascension to the summit on the windy Crater Road. Be sure to dress warmly for sunrise. Dress in layers and wear a beanie too if your ears get cold. During and after sunrise the crater is the most clear, but it does often fill up with clouds especially late mornings. Hiking here is very challenging since you are sitting at 10,023 feet at the summit and you just came from sea level. We did love every minute of our trek, especially hiking out to the cinder cones. This volcano is not considered extinct but still active. It has erupted at least ten times in the last thousand years. Due to its history, scientists still monitor it today. One of the unique plants that live here is the stunning Silversword plant. This plant only blooms once in its life and can only be found here. This is one of the best ways to start your day on Maui.

    Makawao, HI. Visiting this park is like traveling to a…read moredistant planet. I have never seen such barren yet beautiful scenery. It is quite a long and winding road heading up and patience really helps. I used the turnouts as needed to let the tailgaters and speeders go by. I mean really, the speed limit is typically 30 mph and often only 20. We went up on a cloudy day so much of the island view wasn't there but the thin air at the top was crisp and clean and had some magnification factor. The short hike from the visitors center near the summit is easy and only .2 miles and it gives a good view of the crater. I hiked down the Shifting Sands Trail for a short distance just to be down in the crater a bit. It's easy to get shortness of breath so be aware that it a steep climb back uphill on this trail. The views at the summit observation deck are awesome, you can see the peaks on the big island poking up through the clouds. There are silver sword plants everywhere up there looking very healthy and happy to be growing out of nothing but lava rock and sand. No blossoms on this trip though.

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    Picturesque wu nset

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    Haleakalā National Park

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    Waimoku falls

    Waimoku falls

    4.7(9 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    Located at the end of the Pipiwai Trail in the Kīpahulu District of Haleakalā National Park, this…read more400-foot waterfall is absolutely picturesque and breathtaking. Pictures will never do this waterfall justice, and it should be included in anyone's Road to Hana journey. To get here, you'll have to do the Road to Hana, and Haleakalā National Park is about 12 miles past the town of Hana. Once there, Waimoku Falls is at the end of the Pipiwai Trail - a 4 mile round-trip moderate hike. That being said, the trail is well-maintained and was not a difficult hike at all. Once you get to Waimoku Falls, it's totally worth it to take some time to just sit and enjoy it. It's such a peaceful and beautiful area to relax and take in all that nature is offering. We visited both the Kīpahulu and Summit districts of Haleakalā, and the Pipiwai Trail w/ Waimoku Falls was one of my top two experiences in the park. This is a must-stop for your Haleakalā National Park and Road to Hana adventures.

    We did the Haleakalā sunrise on Saturday of our trip. That national park pass is good for three…read moredays so if you decide to do the road to Hana and include these falls, you won't have to pay the additional fee to enter (we did road to Hana on Sunday, spent the night in Hana then did this Pipiwai Trai hike/falls on Monday). This 400-foot waterfall is just breathtaking. We left around 8am from Hana to do this hike, even with a 9 and 11 year old and with many, many, many stops because I threw out my back four days before, we still managed to get to the falls and return by 2pm (I'm sure it would have only taken around 2 hours if I didn't have to stop so much). Bring lots of bug spray (the spray we did at the car had all sweated off), water and snacks to enjoy the falls once you get there. There is a stopping point where you can't go directly underneath the falls, but the streams around them provide great picnic areas. Make sure to pack out what you pack in. Definitely a great way to end your road to Hana trip before you head back.

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    Waimoku falls - Waimoku Falls

    Waimoku Falls

    Waimoku falls

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    Waihee Ridge Trail

    Waihee Ridge Trail

    4.6(216 reviews)
    29.1 mi

    Hands-down, the best hike I have ever went on in my life and I have been on plenty of hikes…read more There's a waterfall somewhere along the way and there are beautiful views of the ocean and beaches all around. Gorgeous is an understatement, but please make sure to bring plenty of water and sunscreen. You will need it. Enjoy!

    Beautiful views!! It is a hard climb, but doable if you're in good shape…read more Driving there - Highly recommend driving from the west side. Driving from the east side, there were one-way narrow roads over cliffs. Leaving from the west side was easy-peasy. Parking - Keep an eye out for a red sign that says 'Camp Maluhia'. First lot is overflow, keep driving past gates to main lot where trailhead is located. Hike from overflow parking lot to trailhead is about 1.2 miles each way. Hike incline - First 1/4 mile of asphalt was the steepest. Next mile was incline but not too bad. Last mile was steeper incline. Hike views - If you go on a cloudier sunny day like we did, there were AMAZING views up until the last 0.5 miles. The overlook at the very end was above clouds so we couldn't see anything. Shoes - I don't recommend wearing sandals or flip flops, because it is pretty rocky and steep. No large rock climbing. I got by wearing casual tennis shoes, but running/hiking shoes are best. There were no stream crossings, so no need to worry about feet getting wet.

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    Waihee Ridge Trail - On our way to the top of the Waihee Ridge Trail

    On our way to the top of the Waihee Ridge Trail

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    Waihee Ridge Trail

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    Ohe'o Gulch

    Ohe'o Gulch

    4.2(38 reviews)
    8.3 mi

    Feels kind of bad leaving an average review for such a culturally significant, historical…read morelandmark... This review is based on its tourism aspect. At the time we visited (March 2023), the pools themselves were... Underwhelming. To my understanding, swimming hasn't been permitted for some time, so to enjoy the Seven Sacred Pools, you kind of look at them from a faraway cliffside. Even then, the view isn't particularly spectacular, it's almost a bit drab-- some pools are dry, others are murky green, and the sheer desert-like heat makes this a relatively unpleasant experience. Ngl I think global warming and the season we visited probably has something to do with its appearance; other folks likely have a different experience. The trails are quite dusty, so sneakers are better than hiking sandals here. Several hiking trails are open (some shaded, some not), which can take a few hours to complete-- better for folks who are doing the Road to Hana backwards or those who have an overnight stay in Hana, since by the time we got here, it would've been late evening by the time we got back to Paia. We did a few short trails, but felt they were very average. I did enjoy the visitor center-- there's plenty of educational pieces on how Polynesians discovered Hawaii, and the later damage done by colonizers. We ended up donating and purchasing a beautiful print of Haleakala. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable.

    Right at the end of the Road to Hana (for us at least). As everyone else said, it was a pretty easy…read morewalk, only about a half mile loop. Definitely worth checking out, especially if you don't have the time/energy for the Pipiwai Trail. There was a $30 entrance fee before coming in but it's good to use for 3 days. They have a decent amount of parking, a nice visitors center, and bathrooms. The view of the pools were very good of course. It's definitely a great turn around spot if you were heading back down the road.

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    Ohe'o Gulch - The ocean and sky

    The ocean and sky

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    Ohe'o Gulch

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    Kaihalulu Red Sand Beach

    Kaihalulu Red Sand Beach

    4.5(141 reviews)
    11.4 mi

    What an amazing spot! I'd venture so far to say that this was my favorite part of the Road to Hana…read moreexperience. The beach itself is quite secluded; you have to park in a quiet part of town near Hana, then find the trail at the edge of a park, then walk roughly 15 minutes to get to the beach itself. And the trail has quite a few obstacles, so be prepared. The beach itself is so cool, there's a natural rock formation that creates a "pool" for everyone to enjoy. All the benefits of the Pacific without as much concern for safety since the rocks create a barrier. Great for swimming and soaking in the sun, and it's a little quieter (until you see this review?), excellent destination near Hana!

    A must-see on the road to Hana, definitely one of our top spots throughout the trip. Since this is…read morein a residential area, please prioritize respect to the locals and don't park your oversized Jeep too obnoxiously. The way down is through crossing the grass field to the left of the Hana School/Youth Center. Do NOT cross private property to get to the beach. The path isn't formally paved and a bit slippery, so I recommend NOT bringing your whole beach getup (chair, umbrella, etc.)-- keep it minimal bc you'll likely need your hands to balance. My bf and I just wore backpacks with our towels in them and were totally fine. The beach itself is incredible; a rich terracotta shore with clear waters, sheltered by the cliff and trees. It feels like escaping into a hidden oasis. We spent an hour swimming and skipping rocks, even playing with tropical fish that chased our feet. Bring a pair of goggles! NOTE: Cliffside pathway to the beach is pretty worn but decently stable. Not accessible by wheelchair. Nothing too dangerous if you've ever hiked on trails like Big Sur before, but would recommend hiking sandals as some parts can be a little crumbly. We watched several beachgoers wearing flip flops or crocs eating shit lol

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    Kaihalulu Red Sand Beach - View from trail down off to the side on rocks

    View from trail down off to the side on rocks

    Kaihalulu Red Sand Beach - Not sand but pebbles

    Not sand but pebbles

    Kaihalulu Red Sand Beach

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    Halemau’u Trailhead - hiking - Updated May 2026

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