Lava Fields is more of a scenic beach walk than a traditional hike, and it's such a beautiful way…read moreto spend time outdoors. You're walking alongside the water with nonstop ocean views, and the contrast of the lava rock and blue water is stunning the entire way. What's great about this walk is how flexible it is. You can go for miles or turn around whenever you want, which makes it accessible for all levels. It's very close to Wailea and some gorgeous beaches, so it's easy to fit into your day. Be sure to wear good footwear since the lava rock can be uneven and unstable in areas. Seeing the wild goats along the way was an added bonus and made the experience feel extra special. Peaceful, scenic, and a must-do if you're in the area.

Once you come to the Bay you can walk an established trail along the lava fields…read more There are remnants of lava rock houses from long ago. Now you see wild goats.

A stroll on the boardwalk. And access to the water at 3…read morepoints. Some bird life. Overcast and windy day.

We stopped by the Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge on a rainy day. The visitor's center was…read morevery interesting, and had nice clean bathrooms. The Friends of the pond organization had reasonably priced gifts, such as magnets and t-shirts. We drove from the visitor's center over to the ponds, but we could have walked. There were a lot of Black-necked stilts (AKA Hawaiian Stilt) and a few other birds, but not many due to the weather. We returned the next day under better weather, first stopping at the Kealia Bird Sanctuary board walk. Again, not many birds, but it was a nice visit. The boardwalk has a couple of spots where you are invited to take a picture from a phone holder and then submit it via email. You will then get a link to a page of time-lapsed photos taken by visitors over the years. It was interesting to see the ebb and flow of the ponds. All in all, a very nice stop with friendly staff at the center.

I wasn't sure what to expect. Michael was a priceless guide to the natural world and he is a great…read morehost and calming presence. I was worried it would be hot, but I was never hot or cold because there's shade and swimming. The hike was pretty challenging due to uneven terrain, mud, loose rocks, and creek crossing but easy in terms of distance and pace. This was the highlight of my trip.

I would give 10 stars if I had the choice…read more This was an easy Rainforest walk package with a little adventure of diving and swimming in the water added in, if you wanted to that is - no force. Brian was just soo fun, and soo informative. He balanced all our interests absolutely wonderfully, it was just amazing. The kid was thrilled with the his dino costume (Oh my god! the costume, he wore it on the Entire trip except when jumping off the rocks ofcourse), the adult in the other group with all the geological tectonics knowledge that flowed like an uninterrupted volcano from his mouth...non stop, and me with all the native plant life info. The Hala tree amazed me and so did the big red flower- torch ginger, which actually looks like a vibrant staff fit for a king. I would never have learnt about them in detail if not for this trip. All this besides the actual trip to the waterfalls, the encouragement he gave to the other group was astounding (I don't swim myself unfortunately, or the fun would have tripled for me). He supported, guided, advised, and made them have the time of their life with the diving and the swimming. Three cheers to the B.Rex. Hike Maui site itself had useful info for the walk and I brought the water shoes after reading about it on their site, it really worked great out there. Pick up was right on time and the directions were pretty clear, but u could have mentioned near Kahului Park and Ride, I mistook the 8 min drive for 8 min walk, and walked up from my hotel ! Hike Maui arranged for backpacks and that was very useful too. To just it throw it on our shoulders and walk freely. The little snacks were good after the walk. The best part was the passion fruit which was handed out as a parting gift. It was my first time to eat that fruit too. Note: The waterfalls are accessible privately with rental car too. You could explore the area in your own sweet time. But I did notice there were not many signs with specific directions inside the forest. And no labels on the plants. Most places no mobile signals either. That said, you could do it on your own. I cannot say enough about this trip. It is for all ages and a great little Maui to explore comfortably. PS: Hope Brian wins the Halloween costume contest today ( 31st Oct 2025)

Twin Falls Trail is a nice stop if you are beginning the Toad to Hana or of you are just looking…read morefor a waterfall experience on your trip. It's $10 to park but if the lot is full they will just waive you away until a spot opens up. There are three falls areas in you can visit. The farthest and best is about 25 min up the hill.

Twin Falls on Mauí is a popular, easily accessible waterfall hike located on the Road to Hana at…read moremile marker 2, just past the small quaint town of Paia. This was our first stop on the Road to Hana. At first, my wife was a bit skeptical (it had rained a few hours before). However, the parking lot attendants reassured us that it was perfectly safe to proceed. As soon as we began our trek, we were met with lush vegetation, beautiful plants and flowers native to the island, and the sound of birds chirping in the air. The Falls were raging when we arrived and we couldn't help ourselves- we jumped right into the water! Such an awesome experience for my kids! Afterwards, we stopped at a concession stand for some delicious treats and fresh coconut water!

On Monday took my wife to Iao Valley state Monument park. Luckily I did on an over cast day because…read morewe seen beautiful water falls . The river down below was very strong and rough I've been here while it was a sunny day and you can actually go down to the river bed . What a sacred place you just feel the power of ancient Hawaiian soldiers fighting in this Valley . When I was a kid that mountain peak called a Iao needle used to have a little hole on top of that peak . Just like a needle point where you thread it through the needle hole. Very relaxing Valley away from all the stress in life which I really need . Support local

Took my 97 yr old disabled mom to be told we had to first go on line, see if the reservation was…read moreavailable, then pay 40 dollars to be in the parking lot. Not willing to pay, and wished to turn around, was told keep my eyes off the scenery, no photos, no stopping, and move quickly. It will be a cold day in hexx before I visit again. There is no way I could even have made a reservation without a data plan.

What a magical forest! Don't skip the loop, people have started a Fairy Grove on the right hand…read moreside of the loop, and have left crafted fairy houses and doors. It's a fun place to take the kids to play pretend.

We drove an hour to get here and it was closed for some reason that wasn't super clear. Bummed as…read moreit looked beautiful and cooler weather!

If your hotel room does not offer the beautiful magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean, Wailea Beach…read morePath will make up for all of that. The path is paved and running continuous from Wailea Beach to the other end which is a golf course. There hasn't been a day that we stay at Andaz that we didn't walk here. It's our morning routine to pick up some coffee and stroll the entire length of the path. It has the million dollar view of the ocean and from time to time wild life as well. On the average we see about 20 turtles a day just eating off the rocks. They're so adorable! We can't wait to move here to Wailea.

Beautiful views.. and a nice long walk between the top properties of Maui…read more A little tricky to find beach/ trail entrance but definitely worth it. Between Four Seasons & Waldorf Astoria was the area we settled on... beautiful area. Bring beach chairs if you have them. Close bathroom & water station to wash the same off.

This lovely trail to a cross and beyond is shaded most of the way and feels very wild with dense…read morevegetation including huge agave century plants. It does get slippery when wet and is very steep in many places, and quite close to shear cliff drop offs, so good boots are most helpful. Due to daily rains, it was a bit muddy but we were fine with boots on and did make it to the boundary fence which is about 10 minutes past the cross. There is limited parking and watch out for afternoon rains.

Also called St Anthony Cross Hike. Great shaded cardio hike to get your heart pumping…read more Easy assessability in Central Maui. Safe parking. Good trail conditions, unless wet. Beautiful ocean, valley, harbor, airport and mountain views. 2.5 miles RT to the very top at the West Maui Watershed fence. Bring at least 1 liter of drinking water.

This is a great hidden treasure in Maui. Look for the walkway between the rock fences. The beach is…read moresmall but beautiful, and there is a little area that you can wade out into. Walking onto the beach can be a challenge for anyone who isn't too mobile. There are only a few parking places, so you sometimes need to get creative.

The most picturesque beach we went to in Maui. Soft yellow sand, ultra clear blue water, swaying…read morepalm trees, and black lava rocks with tidepools. You won't be the only one here but it's much less crowded than Makena Beach to the North. We went during "peak" time in late afternoon and at 9 am and both times there were other people there. It's very easy to find, google maps will lead to it accurately. You'll be in a residential neighborhood trying to find a break in the black stone wall but most likely you won't be able to spot it because cars will be around the entrance. The cove you walk into is part of the secret, you can go exploring north and south to find more though the only entrance we could find was through the black stone wall.

Hiking here was one of the highlights of my trip to Maui this summer. It's not a hike with…read morespectacular views but it's a beautiful hike with forest cover and is not strenuous at all. I loved that it was dog friendly and provides plenty of shade on a hot summer day in Maui. It's cooler here as it's upcountry so good to get a jacket. I picked up some food from pukalani Superette, so it made for a perfect picnic! Read the signs carefully as there are some parts that are for bikers only and they come fast and can crash into you. Overall, I loved coming here and exploring upcountry in Maui. If you need sometime away from the sun, come here, you will be in awe of nature and it's a nice contrast to the beaches in wailea (at least to me!).

such a beautiful and peaceful hike, really lets you escape from the heat!…read more the main kahakapao loop trail is about 9 km (5.5 miles), you can find it on alltrails to help guide you. there's a few smaller trails for biking as well. the trail was very clean, some of the paths are confusing though. overall, highly recommend since afterward, you can visit makawao town!