Waihee Ridge
4.0 miles 1591ft elevation Out & Back
AllTrails lists it as Hard
This was a tough hike with a lot of fantastic views along the way. You will see the Waihee valley, Makamakaole Falls in the distance, Waihee and many beautiful views of the ocean, the Haleakala side of Maui. The trail is well maintained, with a couple of benches at some nice viewpoints along the way. There is even a picnic table at one section. The paved hill you start the hike on will kick your butt, and you will encounter several sections on the steeper side. It was definately worth the effort and the weather cooperated with some very clear skies.
I would get there early so you can go through this gate to park in the upper lot. Otherwise you have to park here in the lower lot and walk quite a bit.
This is the upper lot with room for about 30 cars
A couple toilets so you can go before you start this long hike
Although it doesn't look it in the picture, this was a pretty steep initial climb
The view looking backwards
Once you make it to the top, then the trail goes into the woods
You will pass by these beautiful cook pines
The first bench along the way to sit and take in the view
That's Makamaka'ole Falls off in the distance. That is a great hike also
Starting to get a bit higher now
First mile done. A couple more to go
It gets quite a bit steeper with switchbacks the rest of the way
Still seeing those beautiful views
These markers are nice. At least you know how far along you are
Not too bad through here ........
..... and then it quickly gets steep again
Final push to the end
This is the upper lot with room for about 30 cars
Made it to the end with a nice viewing platform
A few selfies and a water break, and time to head back down