From short coastal walks to demanding trails. Choose a route that fits your experience and the weather.
Bamboo forest, Pipiwai Trail · Katie (alaskahokie)Kīpahulu · 4 mi round trip
Forest, bamboo, and a waterfall viewpoint. Moderate to strenuous; obey closures.
Waterfall at ʻOheʻo Gulch, Kūloa Point · NPS PhotoKīpahulu · 0.5 mi loop
A short coastal walk near ʻOheʻo. Follow pool closures.
ʻIʻiwi at the Hosmer Grove trail bird lookout · Kanalu ChockHaleakalā · 0.54 mi loop
A short forest and shrubland walk; listen for native birds.
Pā Kaʻoao / White Hill Trail, Haleakalā · dronepicrHaleakalā · 0.4 mi round trip
A short climb near the summit visitor center. High elevation adds effort.
4.9/5 · 106 Google reviews
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Reported by Wanderlog · observed 2026-10-02. Ratings can change.
Rating location: Kula, HI 96790, USA
Leleiwi Overlook shelter and volcanic valley · NPS Photo / Mark Kuaola RaymondHaleakalā · 0.3 mi round trip
A short walk to a crater viewpoint; weather changes quickly.
Hawaiian native shrubland on the Halemauʻu Trail after recent rains · NPS Photo J. MansfieldHaleakalā · 2.2 mi round trip
A rocky trail to a crater view. Longer routes are more strenuous.
Sliding Sands Trail, Haleakala crater · Navin75Haleakalā · Variable distance
Choose a turnaround before descending. The high-elevation return is demanding.
4.9/5 · 64 Google reviews
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Reported by Wanderlog · observed 2026-10-02. Ratings can change.
Rating location: Kula, HI 96790, USA
Māmane tree and hiker on Supply Trail, Haleakalā · Forest & Kim StarrHaleakalā · 4.6 mi round trip
A shrubland route to the Halemauʻu junction.
Viewpoint from Waihee Ridge Trail · Hawaiʻi DLNR / Nā Ala Hele Trails and Access Program (photographer not specified)West Maui · Sustained uphill hike
Climb through forest and fern-covered ridges toward Lanilili. Views depend on cloud cover; muddy footing adds effort.
Ohai Loop Trail and Overlook · Hawaiʻi DLNR / Nā Ala Hele Trails and Access Program (photographer not specified)Northwest Maui · Rolling coastal walk
Explore open, rolling hills beside the coast. Use the marked loop and keep well back from cliff edges.
Lush forest at Waikamoi Trail · Hawaiʻi DLNR / Nā Ala Hele Trails and Access Program (photographer not specified)Road to Hāna · Forest walk
A forest and grassland route for a break from the drive. Even this short outing can have muddy, rough footing.
Walking path at Keanae Arboretum · Hawaiʻi DLNR / Nā Ala Hele Trails and Access Program (photographer not specified)Road to Hāna · Easy paved walk
A relatively level asphalt path through the arboretum. Check roadside parking carefully and leave space for passing traffic.
Open views at Ke Ala Loa O Maui / Piilani Trail · Hawaiʻi DLNR / Nā Ala Hele Trails and Access Program (photographer not specified)Waiʻānapanapa · Rocky coastal hike
Walk undulating lava terrain with ocean views. Check park entry arrangements and trail notices before visiting; wear sturdy shoes.
ʻĪao Valley mountains — surrounding landscape · Mark Fickett; crop by Hike395Central Maui · Paved path & steps
A short outing to views of the valley and ʻĪao Needle. Stay on designated paths and check park entry arrangements.
Before you hike: Check the official source for closures, permits, and trail conditions. Stay on open, marked routes.