I didn't really research this hike before doing it. I was just hoping it would be doable for me being 22 weeks pregnant. It was! Aside from lots of big steps, it wasn't too bad of a hike. Total four miles round trip. It took us about 2.5 hours. A good amount of shade, especially near the bamboo forest. BAMBOO FOREST! So cool! This was my favorite part of the hike, even more so than the waterfall itself. There's a small stream with rocks you have to cross when you get closer to the waterfall. Unless you don't mind getting your feet wet, sturdy shoes are helpful during this part. The waterfall is beautiful. It's roped off, so you can't actually go up to the falls. There were some hikers that ventured past the roped area. No restrooms aside from the one at the beginning of the trail. $25 fee to enter the Haleakala National Park, which is where the trail is located. I believe the fee is good for three days. You can always come back to hike more trails or explore more of the park! Bring bug spray! read more

Great Trail! Do Not Miss While On Maui! Located on the backside of Haleakala National Park, where you have to take the road to Hana to get here... So yes, this is technically still part of the park and use your national park pass for entry. if you don't have a park pass, get one, unless you like paying $25 for 3 day passes every time you go to parks... We go a lot, so the pass is super logical... Campground: They have a nice campground here! Pretty quiet, especially if you are in the back by the trees. The campground has permanent outhouse buildings with tons of flies but otherwise clean for what it is. No showers here or other services. This was a great trail, a happy hike, a great waterfall and an all around great way to spend part of the afternoon. I only wish there were more trails here to explore than Pipiwai and the other little loop trail. Wear some decent footwear for this hike, flip flops are not the smart way to go. Also bring some water so you don't pass out on a hot and sunny day... The bamboo forest in this trail seems to be everyone's favorite with massive photo shooting going on at all times. Bummer: they closed the actual waterfall after the sign because "a little girl was killed by a falling rock" according to the park employees building a bridge on the trail. Good news: it's only a $100 fine if you get caught, so make of it what you will.. Lol... Nice park and friendly staff. easy parking in the lot and a decent public bathroom setup. read more

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This is almost at the end of the road to Hana. This is the area where the 7 sacred pools is located. Be careful about the timing, I'd call in advance to see if the pools are open. The time we went the pools themselves were closed but we were still able to look at them and it was beautiful. Also, the walk there you'll see the bamboo forest. That in itself was an awesome sight. A must stop! read more

My favorite Hike in Maui! Arrive early since the parking is very limited! The beginning of the hike can be tricky or hard for certain person but quickly change into an easy friendly trail! It can be slippy and muddy if its raining or if it rained the night before but nothing to extreme. This hike took us about an hour with a slow pace to reach the breath taking twin falls! There is some history along the way, some falls, 2 bridges and the bamboo forest is a must see! read more

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For anyone who enjoys nature, this is a must do activity on Maui. Part of Haleakala Park, the entrance and parking are along the south coast; accessible from Hana or the unpaved road along the coast. As it's part of the National Park System, entrance is $25 per car for a 3 day pass; this includes the crater portion of the park. Driving here, the entrance is unassuming, but easy to see. There are multiple parking lots with plenty of spaces. A full restroom house is available for before and after hiking, as well as the visitor center and gift shop. Park Rangers are available to ask questions. There is a shorter hike that winds down to the coast, but the Pipiwai Trail goes up. Following the trail mauka, you'll quickly go from hot exposed scrub land to jungle rainforest. The ascent is gorgeous; you'll be amazed how high you get. With waterfall vistas and shaded paths, it's a pleasant hike mostly out of the sun. It does rain consistently, which means bug repellent may be necessary for some. Some highlights include multiple waterfalls, bamboo forests, mountain streams, etc. It's a fun place to explore and enjoy the peace of being away from civilization. You will get wet and dirty on this hike so be prepared. It takes a few hours, so bring water. It's a must-do activity on Maui. read more

Parking costs $25. I was kind of shocked. Great 2 mile (one way) hike to a very nice waterfall though :). You get to walk through a fun bamboo forest. Hike wasn't too hard. I wasn't prepared for it and only had sandals, but made it just fine. DO NOT BUY THE BEEF JERKY in the visitor center. Unless it's just for your dogs to eat. read more

Excellent trail because of it's diversity. You see water pools, waterfalls, bamboo forests, creeks and Banyan trees. Bring raingear because the big waterfall at the end will definitely get you wet. It will also get you hungry. Bring foid as well. Of course, don't forget sun protection. It was very unfortunate that they closed the trail about about a quarter mile sooner than the last time we visited. We heard that it was because there was a fatality in March when a bolder from the fall fell on someone. Despite this early ending, it was a lot of fun and good exercise! read more

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This is one of my favorite hikes! But i had to remove a star because they cut the ending short and don't allow you to go right up to the waterfall anymore as people got hurt in the past. Any waterfall can have falling rocks and you can go a lot closer than they let you and be perfectly safe...they should just put a sign "proceed at own risk and avoid cliff edges...but to close it completely was an overreaction and a disappointment. This hiked is still really 5 star hike...I felt I had to voice my displeasure with what I precieve as an over reaction. You should do it! It's so much fun and can still the waterfall from a distance. The best part is now the bamboo forest witch is incredible. read more

Just WOW! This is by far my FAVORITE National Park trail! It is a bit of a drive if you are coming all the way from Haiku- to Hana- then here.... but completely worth it!! The trails are clean, green and beautiful. The main trail is Long...very long. However, there is so much to see that you do not realize how much you have hiked until you have to walk back. Make sure you ask if the main waterfall is blocked of... sometimes the rocks will fall from high altitudes and they block off the area of safety reasons. (Although this do not stop people) I would make this trail a MUST when going to Maui. read more

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This was a fun trail! Definitely some pretty forest to walk through, and the falls are gorgeous as well. Maybe a moderate hike, nothing too crazy! Walking through the bamboo forest is fun, especially hearing each stalk bumping into the others when it's windy. Do watch your step when there are wooden slats on the trail, they can get slippery! read more

One of the greatest hikes I have experienced !!! And I did this in flip flops !!! Yes I know crazy. But hey its Hawaii ! I really enjoyed the Bamboo Forrest and ofcourse to be rewarded to see the Waimoku Falls. I suggest you do this bright and early. Drive to Hana early and do the hike early as well. We got here like 1ish in the afternoon and was dont about 4ish... Then ofcourse drove back up because we were staying in Lahaina so then we got home about 8ish.... Long day trip.... Again plan accordingly read more

Pipiwai Trail - Hiking Near Me - Hana,, Hawaii

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One of the best things to do in Maui, its totally worth the extra drive after Hana! Bamboo forest after the first mile was absolutely amazing I couldn't even imagine such forest full of long bamboos. No picture can do justice you have to go and see it! I would suggest going early in the day as the bamboo section could get pretty dark in the late afternoon. Waterfall at the end was totally worth the 2mile hike and take the extra 100steps after the danger sign to make it down to the fall. The view of the fall was magical and the path to it was easy and very doable. If you need any help/tips on making a Hawaii itinerary feel free to check out my reviews or reach out with any questions I will be happy to help! read more

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I loved this trail! Ends in a waterfall where if you go past the sign you can go right up to the base of it. I wore my hiking shoes, I wouldn't recommend just flip-flops. You need some kind of hard soled shoe especially if you want to get up to the waterfall in the end. The rocks are hard but covered in moss so they're super slippery. You don't wanna cut yourself! Maybe get water shoes. But it's a short 4 mile hike with little elevation so easy for everyone. read more

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The most spectacular trail. Good for families. But bring water and wear good shoes. Leave your flip flops in the car. Sunscreen and bug repellent are a good idea. There are several waterfalls as you go, the bamboo forest is lush and gorgeous. The final waterfall is well worth the effort. read more

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This hike offers constant change of gorgeous scenery, multiple waterfalls, and it's not too strenuous. I'm pretty sure you can go past the sign at the end of the hike as I've seen a bunch of IG posts who did the same and were fine. Some parts might require you to walk through water so be prepared. Lastly, if you're doing the road to Hana backward, this might be the best part so you may want to save this for the end of the day. read more

Road to Hana: Pipiwai Trail and Waimoku Falls Ask yourself, do you want do die!? Do you like putting your friends and your life at risk? Do you crave for bone chilling adventure? Haha well my friends the Road to Hana is a trip you'll need to take when in Maui. The Road to Hana consists very narrow roads at high altitude with very poor railing! I'm not joking about this, it's actually quite dangerous. It's on coming traffic and sometimes you'll have to reverse back the narrow road so that others can pass you. You're pretty much on the edge of falling a very steep and rocky mountain like road. We actually see a wreckage car at the bottom of a cliff! It's manageable but very dangerous if not careful. The Road to Hana travels through Haleakala National Park. Me and my friends visited Pipiwai Trail and Waimoku Falls which is within Haleakala National Park in the area called Kipahulu. Pipiwai Trail: This adventure is one that ends with a rainbow or two (double rainbow all the way!). In order get the Waimoku Falls you'll have to take on the Pipiwai Trail which is about a 4 mile round trip. ***You'll want to go on a sunny day so the trail isn't muddy and there's no flash flood warning*** The trail is pretty tough, so please gear up and DO NOT GO HUNG OVER! Before you reach the Waimoku Falls you'll come across a few amazing sights along the way. Banyan Tree: The Banyan Tree is a gigantic tree with bunch of branches growing out of it. Haha my description does not do it justice so please have a look on my photos. The branches swing low so you'll be able to climb on and sit and relax. I can literally live in this tree. Bamboo Forest: I can not express how beautiful this bamboo forest is. I felt like I was in a Chinese martial art movie flying around training and shit. I urge you to step out of the trail (not too far though) into the bamboo forest. It will literally consume you as you can see past the bamboos. Also when the wind passes by and the bamboo knocks on each other it's simply amazing. Waimoku Falls: This waterfall is gorgeous and after the long hike you simply can't help but admire it with your love ones. You can get close and feel the fall but I wouldn't recommend going to sit under it like a kong fu master unless you are one because you still have another 2 miles hike back. TIPS: * Go on sunny day * Bring bug spray * Gear up for a long hike * Don't go hung over * Bring water and snacks * Don't die... read more

Pipiwai Trail - "Sometimes love leaves scars but we can still grow." - Hiking Near Me - Hana,, Hawaii

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We survived the road to Hana!! :P This was our last stop.. and the longest stop. This hike was one of the highlights of our vacay :] You have to cross the street to get to the trail: http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/pipiwai-trail-maui?select=nis8wsNamLEAtJgJe0-M-A#FSGt2wD0S3oZp1UV3bln9A It took us about 3 hours roundtrip taking it slow... taking some pictures... not difficult at all.. but do take bug repellent sprays.. I wore shorts and a tank.. and got EFF'ed up by bugs because we forgot ours *sniff* Bamboo forest http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/pipiwai-trail-maui?select=nis8wsNamLEAtJgJe0-M-A#1MQpXVMw9VVdJQXzfh9o8g http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/pipiwai-trail-maui?select=nis8wsNamLEAtJgJe0-M-A#_hvJlOk3_QyvgOVBgRtZgA was so beautiful~ and... the 400ft waterfall http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/pipiwai-trail-maui?select=nis8wsNamLEAtJgJe0-M-A#OOs8OLtr4qAUeeNaTLIAHw was so awesome! Take water shoes! or.. shoes you don't mind getting wet.. you'll have to cross a couple streams.. and be careful! those rocks can get slippery! Don't really think it's a good idea to hike up here after 3pm ish.. since it'll get too dark by the time it's time for you to hike back down.. Oh.. and there were some random spots where it rained for a bit.. protect your camera!! hehe Parking fee: $10 or just show your receipt from when you paid to go watch the sunrise that lasts for 3 days :] read more

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Can't find Waimoku Falls on Yelp? That's because it's part of this page, which is the name of the trail that leads to the falls, which is actually part of Haleakala National Park. PARKING: Just past the Pools of Oheo (AKA 7 Sacred Pools) is the parking lot for the Haleakala National Park. This is the only place to park legally, and safely, but comes with a nominal fee of maybe $10 or less. THE TRAIL: It's just under 2 miles each way. Look for the numerous trail signs that will lead you across Hana Highway to the start of the trail. I'm no expert hiker, but I'd rate the trail a 2 out of 5 in terms of difficulty. The trail is very clear due to heavy foot traffic. The main obstacles are tall grasses, mosquitos, slight grades, gravel, slippery rocks, and crossing of the actual stream in safe, ankle high water. There are times when you're very high up on the mountainside with the stream below about 200 feet, but it's far from being a safety risk as the trail doesn't go close to the edge. Use your common sense. If there's vegetation and grass next to the trail and you can hear the stream below, don't go off the trail looking for trouble... You will more than likely fall straight down. One of the highlights for me personally, is at the beginning of the trail. There's a huge banyan tree with the most unique trunk and canopy. The lighting was bad on this particular day so I couldn't get a clear shot. You can't miss it. Further in you'll cross a fairly high and strong metal bridge with a wooden plank floor. You can get great shots of the stream from there, and take in the sounds of the water. Another personal favorite area of mine is the bamboo forest. Once here, you know you're close to the waterfall. It's tall, thick, and dense with a raised fiberglass/vinyl boardwalk. The trees block out the sunlight, the wind whistles tranquil notes. It's great if no one else is around so you can experience the true rain forest effect. WAIMOKU FALLS: Just a little ways past the bamboo forest, you'll hear the waterfall. At some point through breaks in the foliage you may even see parts of the 400 foot tall fall. You'll cross the stream once more, which should be a gentle flow no more than ankle deep. The sound gets louder and louder. After you crest a small hill, there it is! The fall is mainly a narrow, single vail, but a large part of the ridge surrounding it is dripping wet. If it were flowing any more, you probably wouldn't have made it across the stream on foot. The area below the waterfall is a pretty wide plateau of river rocks and vegetation. The pool that the waterfall empties into isn't deep enough for swimming, just for wading if anything. A friend that hiked in with us got a good neck & shoulder massage from the falls, but I was hesitant to join him as I was afraid of rocks falling from 400 feet above. To each his own! The area is so lush and beautiful. Mists gently cool you even from a great distance away. TIPS: I wouldn't go hiking to the falls if it's raining. Flash flooding in Hawaii can be fatal. YouTube it and see for yourself. If you hear rumbling, it's probably a flash flood. Get your ass out of there and to the correct side of the river (facing downstream, you'll want to be on the RIGHT side!) Allow yourself about 3 hours total for the hike in and out. That should be sufficient for taking your time, shooting pics, and time at the falls. Do use mosquito repellent. Bring at least water with you as the nearest store is about 30 minutes away, if they're even open. OVERALL: Easy hike, beautiful ending. read more

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One of my favorite hikes on Maui! This is a 4 mile round trip hike that starts down by the parking lot for the Pools of Oheo, and climbs up the mountain on a very well maintained trail through beautiful trees, past a 200 ft waterfall, through strawberry guava groves, under a huge banyan tree, over bridges leading past smaller waterfalls, through a bamboo forest on a slightly elevated boardwalk, and finally ending at the amazing 400 ft Waimoku Falls. With breathtaking views the entire way. This trail can be considered very easy to strenuous depending on who you ask. It can take from 1 1/2 hours round trip to 1 1/2 hours each way, or even some people choose to make a day out of it taking their time and eating a picnic along the way. I have seen people of all ages, all sizes, people with babies on their backs, people with toddlers trailing behind them, people with walking casts and even people on crutches do this hike.(Though I don't recommend that. It is 4 miles and two of them up hill.) If you choose to go ahead and do it I have a few suggestions below for you. *Start early. The heat won't be as intense, and there won't be as many people. *Bring at least two bottles of water or more per person. You are climbing most of the way up, and it can be harder due to the humidity and heat. *Wear sturdy shoes. It can be slippery even when it isn't rainy, and especially when it is! *Being sunscreen and bug repellent. *Bring a bag to pack out all trash and anything you bring in with you. There is a can at the Rangers station. *Please stay on the trail. Many areas are in restoration. We want them to be here for our children and our children's children. I highly recommend this as one of your number one stops in Hana. Just remember flash flooding and high water can occur and any time. Read all signs and warnings before you leave the ranger station. Enjoy! read more

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I was finally able to complete this hike after only going part of the way 10 years ago. In 2004, my husband and I did the road to Hana and stopped at every possible sight/landmark on the way. By the time we got to this trailhead after seeing Oheo Gulch, we had to turn back at the gate because the sun was setting and we wouldn't have made it back before dark. This time, we left early in the morning from Kihei, drove straight to the trailhead and started at 10:30am. It was a great time to start because we beat the rush and not very many people were on the trail yet. We also took a lot of pictures so it took a lot longer than most, but it was still around 3 hours round trip. About 4 miles round trip. The trail is well marked and a lot of the side trails that used to be accessible aren't so much anymore. The hike itself is beautiful and not really very hard. There's a bit of a climb in the beginning but the elevation gain is only 600ft so it's not bad. There are some spots where you are hiking with no shade but most of the hike is shaded. Banyan tree is really cool and the bamboo forest is a neat sight to walk through. As the wind blows the bamboo make really unique sounds. Waimoku Falls is the grand reward at the end and it's beautiful. Even though this hike isn't personally on the very top of my list of favorite hikes, it is a unique and special one and probably one of the best hikes in Maui. I would consider it a "must do". Tips: 1. Bug repellent. The first time around I made the mistake of not putting on bug repellant and I got ravaged by mosquitoes. All Terrain Herbal Armor worked for me. 2. Hiking boots and pants. Almost everyone in Maui hikes in tanks, shorts, swimsuits and flip flops/Keens, but I decided to wear hiking boots because it gets muddy closer to the end and long pants prevent your legs from getting feasted on by mosquitoes. I was probably hotter than everyone else, but it was worth it coming back bite free. Keens are cool but flip flops will be harder on this trail (or any non-paved trail imo). 3. Water. Always good to stay hydrated! 4. Sunscreen. A must anywhere on the island, really. Parking is $10 at Haleakala National Park, which also gets you into the other park entrance for free if you go within three days after your purchase. read more

Our 2nd day of Maui we drove 3 hours to the Pipiwai Trail. We left the house around 7ish. It took forever to get there and the winding road had my stomach turning. I thought there was some near by food stops near by but there wasn't so we were staving! Luckily I packed two protein bars for my husband and I. The hike was beautiful. Once you past the huge tree with a pile of rocks and go over the bridge you will start your trail to the bamboo. There will be a long trail of bamboo and I loved there was a walk way. When you arrive at the waterfall area its breathe taking! It certainly was worth the long walk way up! Tips: 1. I suggest you pack water, snacks, towels, wear your bathing suits under your clothes, bug repellent, and sunblock. 2. Make sure have snacks or you eat before the hike and bring water! 3. Be very careful in driving here the road is narrow. 4. Take some motion sickness pills because of the winding road. 5. Wear comfortable does to this trail. 6. Enjoy your hike and take photos! read more

Pipiwai Trail - At the end of the trail enjoying the beautiful view - Hiking Near Me - Hana,, Hawaii

For the love of god, don't wear five fingers on this hike! The BF and I did, and by the end of the hike I wanted to die....my feet hurt so badly.I thought this trail wouldn't be rocky....I was wrong. Another tip, we went to Oheo Gulch first and swam (which was amazing) but then did this hike in our wet bathing suits....don't do that....it was uncomfy to say the least. Thirdly....mosquito repellent....I used it and still got upwards of 6 bites on this hike including one on my face....use it better than I did. Ok, now on to the good stuff. This hike was great exercise....it was the longest 2 mile hike I've ever been on, if you know what I mean. It felt like it went on and on forever, but it was very pretty. The bamboo was cool and something I had never seen before....it's so thick that it feels like dusk when you're walking through (and we went midday). I was also extremely thankful for the plank bridges in this section. There is also a giant and awesome tree and it ends with the largest waterfall I have ever seen. I would definitely recommend this trail, but be smarter than I was when you do it....you'll enjoy it much more. read more

This is my second time doing this hike and it is still as beautiful as the first. I've done this hike both times in Birkenstocks, but would honestly recommend tennis shoes, haha! One tip is to start early in the morning, I would say 8am if you can. The later you start, the more people will be doing it from the buses driving on Hana. It is the best when not many people are on the trail with you so you can take great photos and go at your own pace. You see a beautiful Banyan Tree first, then pretty bridges and overlooks, and the final destination is the waterfall. The waterfall is technically blocked off due to falling rocks, but it is still visible before you get to the sign that you "can't pass". In 2015, it was easy to walk right past it, but when I went in 2017, they let plants and trees grow and it is hard to keep going towards the waterfall - up to you though! Overall, I think it is a must-see hike and it isn't incredibly challenging at all! Everyone can just go at their own pace and it will definitely be worth it! :) read more

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We started the trail from the 6 mile marker on the Road to Hana. Right after the 6 mile mark, you reach a hairpin turn in the road. After that hairpin turn, there is a turnout for parking (probably enough for 6 cars total on each side of the road). We hiked to three falls on this trail. So beautiful! The water level was a bit higher than usual when we hiked- in order to get to the top- Waimoku Falls- we actually had to jump into the stream and swim about 50 yards. We were nervous about leaving our belongings, but they were untouched when we returned to them- it was definitely worth the swim. We second the water and sunscreen recommendations :) Wear teva or water hiking shoes if you can- I am NOT a fan of flip flops on any hike. Going barefoot would be better than that. We didn't encounter many bugs, but it looks like some people on here have so I would bring a little repellent, and of course a snack or some kind of powerbar nourishment. One reviewer on here warned about the possibility of Leptospirosis infection from the bacteria in the fresh water here. It is a real concern because the water is not high flow, and the environment is hot and humid. Do your research, discuss with your physician if you want, and decide whether you should swim in the water. My fiance and I were drenched and are fine, by the way :) More on Leptospirosis http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0002352/ read more

My favorite hike in Hawaii! Waterfalls and Bamboo were gorgeous!! Just like the pictures. Trail was gradual and easier than I thought.

I may have dragged my feet on this one. It's possible that I tried to drop out near the beginning of the trail. But I am pleased I had a patient hiking partner who did not prod but simply looked at me with a special mix of incredulousness and "come on, you know you wanna" that eventually worked. From there on out I was delighted with picturesque views, banyan trees and bamboo taller than I had ever seen. And of course, the crowning jewel of this hike: the breathtaking 400ft Waimoku Falls. Do not drive the road to Hana without stopping to do this hike (allow at least two hours to complete)! It's worth every bit of energy you'll expend to do it. read more

No guides like the gypsy guide and blogs that include this trail that I came across mentioned that you must start this trail before 2:30 pm to make it in time before they closed. AlSo google maps direction completely wrong which made me late. I was only about to do 15% of the trail and pretty bumbed because I knew this would have been one of the highlights of my trip. The national park closes at 5 and they will lock you in and you won't be able to leave. Maui's national park rangers are some of the sassiest and grumpiest I've seen. read more

I was looking forward to this hike even though I read about how challenging it was. I've never been to a bamboo forest before so I was excited to go. My legs were pretty sore from the Waihee Ridge Trail I did earlier in the week but I didn't want to come all this way not to do it. The trail was magical! The farther you go in the trail the more beautiful it gets. The bamboo forest is more towards the end of the trail . I'm glad I brought shoes with good grippers on them. I reluctantly went to the end of the trail with the big waterfall at the end. I didn't want to go because I had to hop over little rocks over a small stream. I only slipped a little once and a piece of bamboo hit me in the mid section. Nothing serious but it made me a little irritated. (I'm not really the outdoorsy type) The end where the huge waterfall hovers over you was worth the trek! You should bring a camera, snacks, sunblock, frozen water bottles , shoes with good grippers, and lots of bug spray! read more

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Very moderate hike. The only thing that keeps me from saying it is easy is that it was muddy. If you are unfamiliar with Hiking in Hawaii mud, I can see it being challenging. If it's wet at all, Bring a Change of shoes and a bag for soiled shoes and socks- and you'll be just fine. Beautiful views and a small elevation gain- there were children and families hiking. Waterfall views as you go- the bridges were fun and awe inspiring. Arguably the best hike on the island- as you get it all. Bamboo forests, wild life, water falls, greenery! read more

Pipiwai Trail - The start of the bamboo - Hiking Near Me - Hana,, Hawaii

breathtakingly gorgeous. I highly recommend staying in Hana and then waking up early for the quick 30 min drive to the pipiwai trail to beat the crowds and have a pseudo private experience here. It is so beautiful and peaceful. you see the ocean, waterfalls, pools, trees, and bamboo forest. there are designated areas in which to overlook the waterfalls. please note that you should not go to areas that are not designated as lookouts because people have died in these areas and there is no level 1 trauma center nearby. Bring a lot of water and bug spray as there are mosquitoes around. You can do part or all of the trail. I highly recommend going to the bamboo forest area because its so beautifully shaded and when the wind blows through them you can hear the gentle clacking of the bamboo trees touching each other. its almost mystical. This is truly a place to come and enjoy nature. it makes you appreciate and be in awe of how gorgeous this natural place is :) read more

oh hell yes! Cool hike. Amazing reward at the end! Such a huge waterfall at the end and a very beautiful hike. $10 bucks to park. and a very snarky park ranger at the booth. So the 7 pools were closed when we were in Maui, which we didn't know until we got to the park. Something about flash flooding. Bummer. Good thing we went to ching's pond and some other super secret pools I can't even find on the internets. So we decide to do this hike. It's really amazing, total eye candy for the whole hike. Crazy bamboo everywhere. Cool Banyan trees and other flora on the hike including a ton of passion fruit (yes you can eat them, they look like a orange-lemon hybrid thingie, crack it open and eat the gooey stuff!, or throw it at your hiking buddies). There are a ton of baby falls before you get to the large waterfall in the back. The hike is uphill the whole way there but it's very gradual. Which is really nice, because the whole way back you just cruise down hill. Tips: Bring the bug spray wear Keens if you have them or closed toe shoes. (be prepared to get them wet and muddy.) Bring a snack If you have a wide angle lens and you're a photography nerd, bring it. you're gonna need it to get a shot of the huge fall at the end. if you are nervous about hopping rocks to cross the stream, just walk through it and skip the rock hopping. read more

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Easily the best hike on Maui! After the first ~30 min, you will enter the shaded and cool bamboo Forrest. Love how they built a raised walkway through it (that musta been a chore). I seriously almost got emotional when we came to the waterfall (I did the slow removal of sunglasses like the guy in Jurassic Park when he first saw the dinosaurs). It's stunning and so wide open for all to enjoy. Super worth it. ** Remember, a pass for Haleakala sunrise/sunset) trip includes a parking pass (within 3 days) for this location and vice versa. Message me for details if needed. Enjoy the hike! read more

One of my favorite hikes here in the islands (and living on the Big Island of Hawaii, that is saying something!) The Pipiwai Trail on Maui is located in an area on the back side of the Haleakala National Park, south of Hana. About 2 hours from Kahului Airport if you take the less traveled southern route through upcountry and Kula - beautiful drive. Do yourself a huge favor and start early so it is cooler, fewer people and less bugs. I hiked in at 8:30am - there were only 2 other cars in the parking lot and when I came back out at 11:30am the lot was full. Total hike is 4 miles round trip with the Waimoku waterfalls at the 2 mile point. You will pass a huge banyan tree, cross two bridges, see several smaller waterfalls and pass through an amazingly zen bamboo forest along the way. Keep going, it is worth it! Don't forget your drinking water, bug spray and sunscreen. I would suggest you consider wearing keens or similar shoes with good traction for the hike that can also get wet when you cross streams or get into the pools - slippahs or flip flops are not the best option. Also wear your swimsuit under your shorts and shirt as there are frequent showers plus you could get wet from the mist from the falls even if you decide not to get into the pools. $10 access fee to do the hike because it is a National Park, but the pass is good for 7 days so you can use it another day to come back to access the Sacred Pools or use it to go to the other side and visit top of Haleakala to see the volcanic craters. read more

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What a cool trail- tree of life, bamboo magic forest, waterfalls- it has it all. Really beautiful. I would say it's moderate to easy. Definitely easy once you get to the bamboo forest. Tips: -Bring bug spray -Wear real athletic shoes, the mud is slippery and it's a real hiking trail- saw so many people barefoot or in flip flops - eek! read more

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I enjoyed my time here, but I was very nervous driving about 2 hours from Kihei with such small roads, and very rocky roads. There's a lot of turns where you have no idea another car is coming, and therefore you have to drive slowly. Hear me out though. The reason I say that is because I've been to Arashiyama Bamboo forest in Japan. The bamboo forest there is just unparalleled. I would say that the bamboo trees are beautiful here, but they are secondary to the Arashiyama forest. If you were near here, I would definitely recommend you do the hike. The waterfall at the end is beautiful, but I've seen other waterfalls that are just breathtaking. Also it was fun eating mangoes I found on the hike that have fallen from mango trees. Also if you visited the Haleakala Crater, keep your parking receipt as that receipt doubles up for parking here as well. read more

This hike was beautiful! Parts of the park was closed due to the the government shut down including park rangers to collect money for parking. Also, it wasn't crowded because of the shutdown. We weren't able to swim in the pools but we still had a great time! It was about a 2 mile hike to the top. Seeing the views, the bamboo forest, and the huge waterfall at the top make the hike so worth it. We took the hike in January and didn't have any trouble with mosquitos or any bugs. We had some misty rain which felt amazing! I would do this hike all of the time if I lived in Maui! read more

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We wanted to do something active and enjoy the natural beauty of Hawaii, while in Maui and hiking the Pipiwai trail to see Waimoku Falls fit our desires! First Tip: Coming from the West side of the island (Lahaina) Do not follow your GPS. It took us the back way and If you are renting a car, do not go the south direction on HWY 30, the rental car coverage is not valid on this stretch of road, and we know why. There were parts of the road that was not paved and we were lucky we didn't blow out a tire. The other route is the Road to Hana which is all paved, a little longer but a better route. 2nd tip: Bring bug spray! And use more than you think you need. WE had bug spray, and I did spray all over myself but still managed to get about 6 bites on my leg! The hubby was clear of any bites, but still bring some to reapply. With that said, this hike is definitely worth it. The drive itself is pretty adventurous but once you get to the start of the trail, the luscious green of Maui becomes very apparent. It's about a 2 mile hike to Waimoku falls (45 mins) and the view is breathtaking. The water fall itself is so tall, when we went the water was not gushing but still a pretty site. You go through a bamboo tree forest, meet the biggest banyan tree I've seen, cross a couple of bridges, and see 3 other waterfalls on the hike. The bamboo forest was the coolest because you could hear the bamboo clinking on each other and you realize how much in nature you really are. It could get slippery due to the moisture and make sure you wear good gripped shoes. I did see one guy with flip flops but he looked like a local. Take the road to Hana back, stop at all the attractions and drive slow! This drive is very windy and narrow. I never get car sick, but I did on the way back to the hotel. Visit Haleakana Park, and take in the beautiful views. read more

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We were crunched for time and so we weren't able to make it to the end. However, I was content with at least being able to make it to the bamboo forest. It must've been overcast while we were going through the bamboo forest because it was real shady for a while, which I really liked. It made the place feel so peaceful and relaxing. As we walked back, it had seem that the clouds had passed through because it became way more brighter than it was when we first walked through there. It was a pretty easy hike, well up to the bamboo forest. I'm not sure how it is after that point. But though we did not make it to the end, there were a lot to see along the way to the bamboo forest. Was it worth the drive? YES, even though I did fear for my life on certain parts of that treacherous road. Will I make this drive again? I'm good for a while. It's a good thing we took a lot of pictures and videos. read more

Pipiwai Trail - Hiking Near Me - Hana,, Hawaii

This is a MUST if you go to Maui! One of the best trails I have ever been on anywhere in the United States! On the Pipiwai Trail, its not about the end destination, but the journey! The entire trail is awesome; especially the famous bamboo forest. read more

Pipiwai Trail - Waimoku Falls - Hiking Near Me - Hana,, Hawaii

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WOW! This was one of the best hikes I've every experienced! I wish I was more prepared! We thought it was only a mile, but it turned out to be 4 miles round trip. We didn't have water or wear the proper shoes, so it made the trip harder and longer for us. But even with this inconvenience, the hike was something that I'll never forget! The highlight has to be the bamboo forest! There are other bamboo forest hikes in the area, but this one takes the cake! I've never seen so much bamboo in my life! It is tall and breathtakingly beautiful how it lines the trail for what seems like forever! Something I've never experienced. But there area a lot of wonderful sites along this trail. There's a huge Banyon Tree. There's great views of a waterfall along the way from different points. There are bridges. And at the end you see a 400 ft waterfall. My tip for travelers, wear hiking shoes. And minimally bring water. I saw a family having a picnic at the final waterfall and I was beyond envious, so that might even be a good idea too! Hana should not be missed if you are in Maui and I recommend staying over night at least 1 night, maybe 2. There are too many amazing things to see to just do it in a day and then drive back. Plus, the area is so peaceful, it's a great place to re-group. read more

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