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!

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.

This is about a 0.9 mile loop trail near the beginning of the Road to Hana. We were recommended to…read morestop here as one of our first stops, and it's a short and sweet hike with some elevation that shows you the beautiful greenage and foliage of the area. Trees are very grown, so you won't be able to see the ocean, and there were no super nice overlook spots. Be careful if there were recent rains as some of the trails gets really muddy and slippery. Super small little pull-out area for parking - fits maybe 6-7 cars, and that's it. Compared to all the hikes and stops we did on the Road to Hana, this was probably our least favorite stop. You have the option to do much better hikes and have better views farther down the road, especially if you make it to Haleakala National Park. I'd recommend skipping this stop unless you're just doing a short little drive and this would be one of your only stops.

Waikamoi Nature Trailhead and Parking Area has a tiny section for five to six cars, if it's packed…read moreyou can skip this place. No waterfalls and no restroom here, though the forest hiking itself is quiet and beautiful.

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.

It's just a nice small grassy park in the Upcountry area, with lots of easy parking and great views…read moreof the Central Valley and West Maui mountains. The cooler climate makes it easy to play outdoors without overheating. Kids love to take their cardboard pieces and slide down the hill here, reminiscent of the old Hawaiians who would slide down steep hills on wooden sleds. There is no ballpark and there's not a whole lot of flat areas.

After picking up some food, decided just to chill at this park and enjoy the beautiful views!!…read moreWatched someone release balloons and we decided to bring out some bubbles and just let the gentle wind blow them away.

Beautiful just absolutely beautiful serene and epic views. The drive is somewhat challenging but…read moreworth it.

Nice trails with lots of shade. Can be as challenging or as chill as desired. Lots of space to…read moreexplore, but is off grid so make sure you know how to get back to your car.

Memorial Park in Kula, Maui…read more This is a beautiful small roadside park along the Kula Highway (Route 37) in the Upcountry part of Maui. Located between Mile Markers 18 and 19. We stopped here for a short while on our way out from Ulupalakua. The park was nicely maintained and clean, free from trash. We found many stray, wild chickens around, mostly at the small parking area but these chickens move everywhere... In the park is a stone arch with a pair of Chinese guardian lions (or imperial guardian lions) called Fu Foo Dogs, two larger than life bronze statues of Sun Yat Sen and his brother Sun Mei, as well as shady trees and tropical plants. There are a few picnic tables placed apart from each other around the park. No grills. Nice and peaceful. Look down to see beautiful views of Kihei, Wailea, Puu Olai, Makena, and the West Maui Mountains... so cool to see the islands of Molokini and Kahoolawe. We could tell the crescent-shaped of the island. This is an uninhabited islet, btw, located between the islands of Maui and Kahoolawe. There are no restroom facilities in this park. Nice history break. Review #2731

Cute little park that anyone can easily miss and it is not in a popular area. There is not much…read morecell reception or bathroom so plan accordingly.

This is a simple botanical garden. No bells and whistles, just a nice, quiet place to walk and…read moreenjoy the plants, flowers, and koi pond. There's a very small gift shop, and parking was a bit tricky (very small lot). I could have sat at the koi pond all day feeding fish, very relaxing. Take your time walking or else you'll speed through it in no time.

I've visited dozens of botanical gardens through the years so I have a pretty good point of…read morecomparison. I would call Kula more of a nature walk with lots of native vegetation and a few stand-out flower plantings. It was a small, pleasant stroll but nothing extraordinary, exotic, or picturesque enough to highly recommend. Both my husband and I did truly appreciate the little dove rescue sanctuary and glad to contribute to this with our entry fees. If you're looking for something to fill some time on a cloudy, non pool/beach day I'd say it's an okay place to spend an hour or so. I wouldn't suggest going out of your way otherwise.