One of my favorite hikes in the islands of Hawaii is Waimoku Falls located on Maui. We came across this trail from a article in a travel magazine that recommended it as a definite must see! We started our day renting a convertible (such tourists, haha) and made our way through the "Road to Hana." Make sure to leave early in the morning because with the extreme narrow roads, sharp turns, and often stops for picture taking this is definitely an all day adventure. We started at about 9a.m from Lahaina and drove to the north side of island and made our way around the east of the island. With most of the day complete we arrived at Kipahulu National Park- south side of Maui. This was what we had been waiting for all day and time was becoming short. We arrived to the park at 4:30p.m. and we knew we had about an hours worth of good day light. We ran to the trail head and started the 2 mile trek to the waterfall. Along the way, about .5 miles in, we saw Makahhiku Falls which was breathtaking. On Oahu, you definitely don't see waterfalls of that magnitude and we were in heaven with the views. A few pictures and we continued on. We ventured though high grass areas, ran across 2 bridges with waterfalls on all sides, saw a large banyan tree, and then entered a beautiful world of bamboo. There's a narrow metal bridge that allows you to walk across for better footing while passing through the world of bamboo trees. At last we maneuvered over rocks, crossed a creek, and there ahead shown a spectacular mystical waterfall. It was truly unbelievable!
Entering the private area home to the waterfall you can get as close as you prefer just be careful as the water is powerful. The waterfall is accompanied by grand walls that enclose this valley. Waimoku Falls is at least 300' high with significant water flow. We made it just in time with enough light to enjoy the views. Now, if you cut it close for time like we did please go prepared. Especially heading back through the bamboo forest it was pitch black- so we used the flashlight app on our cell phones. A traditional flashlight would have been much more useful. The whole trip is 4 miles and a MUST SEE if adventuring to Maui. Enjoy!
One of my favorite hikes in the islands of Hawaii is Waimoku Falls located on Maui. We came across this trail from a article in a travel magazine that recommended it as a definite must see! We started our day renting a convertible (such tourists, haha) and made our way through the "Road to Hana." Make sure to leave early in the morning because with the extreme narrow roads, sharp turns, and often stops for picture taking this is definitely an all day adventure. We started at about 9a.m from Lahaina and drove to the north side of island and made our way around the east of the island. With most of the day complete we arrived at Kipahulu National Park- south side of Maui. This was what we had been waiting for all day and time was becoming short. We arrived to the park at 4:30p.m. and we knew we had about an hours worth of good day light. We ran to the trail head and started the 2 mile trek to the waterfall. Along the way, about .5 miles in, we saw Makahhiku Falls which was breathtaking. On Oahu, you definitely don't see waterfalls of that magnitude and we were in heaven with the views. A few pictures and we continued on. We ventured though high grass areas, ran across 2 bridges with waterfalls on all sides, saw a large banyan tree, and then entered a beautiful world of bamboo. There's a narrow metal bridge that allows you to walk across for better footing while passing through the world of bamboo trees. At last we maneuvered over rocks, crossed a creek, and there ahead shown a spectacular mystical waterfall. It was truly unbelievable!
Entering the private area home to the waterfall you can get as close as you prefer just be careful as the water is powerful. The waterfall is accompanied by grand walls that enclose this valley. Waimoku Falls is at least 300' high with significant water flow. We made it just in time with enough light to enjoy the views. Now, if you cut it close for time like we did please go prepared. Especially heading back through the bamboo forest it was pitch black- so we used the flashlight app on our cell phones. A traditional flashlight would have been much more useful. The whole trip is 4 miles and a MUST SEE if adventuring to Maui. Enjoy!
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