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