5 Awesome Hikes on Maui
Waimoku Falls, via the Pipiwai Trail in Hana
Waiheʻe Ridge Trail
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Views from Waihe’e Ridge.
2. Keoneheʻeheʻe Trail (Sliding Sands) - Haleakala National Park
Length: 12 miles point-to-point.
This hike is one of the best ways to explore Haleakala, the world’s largest dormant volcano. The length and elevation make it difficult, but the Mars-like landscape and epic sunset at the end make it worth it. Start from the summit at 10,000 ft of elevation and then journey down into the crater. The hike is mostly flat, and you’ll wind around cider cones, lava tubes, and see endemic plants and birds. The last section is steep, consisting of 2 miles of switchbacks as you climb out of the crater.
This is a challenging hike at high elevation! Bring at least 3 liters of water, sun protection, and layers (it gets cold up there, even below freezing!).
Hint: Park your car at the Halemau'u Trailhead, which is below the summit and where the trail ends. When you’re done hiking, drive back up to the summit to see the sunset, and then get dinner in Pa’ia (pizza at FlatBread) or Makawao (go to Polli’s for delicious and filling Mexican food).
