Relaxed self paced viewing of bird reserve. Easy parking. Nice covered cabana…read more Great views.

When we have a few extra minutes in Kahului, we like to stop off at Kanaha Pond to enjoy the birds…read more There were mostly ducks and stilts today but we have seen Nenes, or Hawaiian Geese (the state bird). One time, there was a family with several little goslings. We stopped on the path to the shelter and let them decide if they wanted to pass us in the other direction. The male gave me a stink eye as they walked by and started hissing at me after they got a little ways past. It was funny that he became more macho after getting a little distance. Anyway, I always enjoy the Ae'o, or Hawaiian Stilt. They wade through the shallow water with such long legs, in search of food. Their chirps warn others of our presence. There are benches in the small shelter, where you can sit in the shade and watch the birds do their bird things. There also is a gate on the back side of the pond, near the water treatment plant, that lets you in to the dirt roads that were used to access a series of WW2 storage bunkers. There are other ponds back there, too. It's a nice area to walk through.

Pua'a Ka'a Falls is located on the Road to Hana and offers a small waterfall. They have a decent…read moreamount of parking and restrooms although they weren't the cleanest or nicest. There were covered tables which make for a good stop to eat and rest. You can view the waterfall from further up or you can go past the rocks to get closer. We saw some people diving into the water although there were signs saying it wasn't allowed.

Definitely a good stop to stop at during your road to Hana trip. There are 2 falls, a small and…read morelarge one. We parked and immediately headed for the small one as not many people go to this one and it's easier to get to. The water feels amazing. There's bathrooms available but bring hand sanitizer as none of the bathrooms on the road to Hana have soap!

Great park with an amazing view!!! Bring a picnic blanket and your snacks. Went here on a breeze…read moreslightly overcast day and my little enjoyed her almost 3 hours of play! If you have kids, be sure to make this playground a stop on your OGG list.

This is our go-to park, even though it's a bit of a drive from where we live, it's that worth it!…read moreThe fresh Upcountry air, wide open space, and peaceful vibe make it the perfect spot to unwind and let the kids burn off some energy. The playground is super clean and fun, and there's plenty of grass for picnics or just relaxing. We love coming here as a family, whether it's for a quick play session or to spend the whole afternoon. There aren't too many people, which is a nice change from the busier parks. And the view? So beautiful, especially on a clear day! It's definitely a bit out of the way, but we don't mind the drive, it's always worth it.

We stayed at the Maui Sunset so this was an adjacent, lovely beach park that we enjoyed daily. The…read moregrounds are impeccably maintained and watching the sun go down over the water was a nightly treat. There isn't much sand at the shore line, so if your kids want to dig around, it would be best to find something more expansive.

Love coming here to relax and chill. We come here every now and then. It's nice. Nice to bring…read moreyour things to relax and unwind

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.

We walked the Wailea beach path to get some steps in after eating a couple of yummy malasadas and…read morecinnamon rolls. A beautiful walk to enjoy the Maui coastline, luxury hotels and multi million dollar homes. It is a level paved walkway so it's an easy stroll, brisk walk or run, whatever speed you choose to go, to enjoy the beautiful Wailea coastline. The Kapalua and Ka'anapali beach paths are also equally nice to get your steps in.

Pretty place to visit if you're waiting to go to the lava tubes. Otherwise, you're not missing…read moremuch if you skip it.

Three stars only because there's not a whole lot to see monument wise but the experience including…read morethe panoramic view of both the city and harbor make it worth stopping by. The no trespassing signs refer to vehicular traffic it is okay to park on the street walk up the hill and through the gates. The lava rock structures are located at two levels although only the one at the lower level is viewed as a monument. The rest were built as heiau (Hawaiian temples).

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.

With the hustle & bustle of our daily lives, there comes a time where we begin seeking refuge in…read moreother pursuits -- the quiet country life, travel to foreign countries, social interaction, etc. Ah yes, I'm talking that sweet work/life balance. Thompson Road offered the perfect little escape to help maintain that mental equilibrium that we so often forget in pursuit of our daily bread. With its volcanic rock walls guiding the walker's way and views from coast to coast to inspire a multitude of praises, I imagine this is the quintessential Maui view that dreams are made of. Breathtaking. Awe-inspiring. I thought to myself, "Damn, how lucky am I to have grown up on such a beautiful island? And why is it my first time here?" A sense of guilt suddenly struck for not appreciating my island home enough. Making our way down the paved path, the calling of the birds echoed through the trees, the cows mooed in the distance, cherry blossoms made surprise appearances, & clouds loomed in the distance. It was peaceful, it was relaxing, it was everything. We came across a few other souls with the same idea. I secretly hoped we'd cross paths with Oprah who lives nearby. We captured the attention of the ranch cows, finding them all lined up at the fence with eyes fixated on us. "A traffic jam!" my toddler so poetically exclaimed. & lastly we found ourselves caught in a rainstorm and retreated under our umbrella. Best to be prepared! In sum, we all need our time of repose. I found it here on Thompson Road.

Want a great walk and cool upcountry air? Must enjoy a jaunt on Thompson Road. Not many folks if…read moreyou go early and you can take a pup or 2 on a leash with you! Then grab coffee afterwards at Grandma's! Love this place for bacon and eggs or a pastry!