Miles Goad
First off there is about 300 people walking up here with their cameras and kids so don't go if you don't like crowds. We went to the first "falls" which to us was more like small rapids that looked like chocolate milk that people were snapping picture after picture of. The gate was closed saying there was flash flood warnings so the upper falls were closed to the public. The signs didn't seem to deterrent and there was no lock so we decided to keep going and try to find the cool part of this hike. We went about 1/2 mile before coming up on the falls and about 15 more people. Soon after a side-by-side 4wheeler came up and told us we weren't allowed to be up here because we didn't pay to be in the group, so she escorted us out. If you have younger kids or don't get outside much it might be pretty cool to do. There is minimal bamboo so don't make this your spot to stop for bamboo watching.
2.0
We went when it was a north swell and the pools are un-usable due to massive waves pounding into both pools. It was still fun but nothing but pictures when we go to the pool. When your hiking on the trail go as far left as you can when you start to see a few trails near the cliffs. There's a few ropes at the top of the cliff which is where you start your descent. We went up and down without shoes no problem. Would have been so awesome without the big waves but still fun.
5.0
The drive out there was pretty long, dirt road was full of potholes and the hot springs were warm. MAYBE Bath water temperature. One of our friends said she had a snake come out of the water while she was soaking. It's not hot enough to keep animals out. I wouldn't do it again but it was ok 3 stars worth.
3.0
We parked at the west rose bud and hiked to the reservoir. When you start descending to the reservoir be careful you don't miss the small left turn that brings you up to Froze-to-death plateau. It's a small trail about half way down the reservoir on the left with a small sign and pile of rocks. We camped at the bottom of the plateau because we got a late start and set up camp just past midnight. Woke up at 4 am to start our summit. Definitely make sure you bring a lot of water and snacks to summit. Be careful following karens because they don't mean shit. There is no trail next to them, they really just mean there was a human there at some point that happened to make a rock pile. On the plateau there is no trail just walk south until you see Granite Peak and head that way. It's hard to describe a trail from here to the top of the plateau because there isn't one. I would strongly advise a rope, harness, and possibly some trad gear (we built an anchor to cross the snow bridge). We didn't use rope on any of the climbing up other than the snow bridge but definitely repelled our way down. (We couldn't get 2 pieces of gear out from our anchor set up for the snow bridge so feel free to use them. There's one piece on each side and we couldn't get them out so there pretty bomber) don't be dumb up there, if there's weather, turn around! If your not comfortable, don't do it. Summit fever is real and kills people. We Summited and got back to our camp after getting caught in a huge thunder/lightning storm on top of the plateau on the way down. 1/2 mile visibility is not favorable. If we were to do it again we would have camped on top of the plateau and would have a GPS with our tent coordinates marked. Other than that it was a life changing, humbling experience I will remember for a lifetime. Very very few people do this trek. 2nd hardest peak to summit in the country behind Denali! Stay safe!
5.0
Parking can be a little tricky if there's a lot of people. The sand is nice, cliff is a good height with deep water and waves are good size to body surf if you don't mind getting pounded into the sand. Definitely a must-do on the north shore.
5.0
It's a 2 mile walk, nothing about it is a hike. Flat dirt road that brings you to some save the birds sanctuary. We went out there for the sunset which was blocked by a storm out on the water. There is an old railroad tunnel that was cemented closed to keep people out of. That cement has slightly broken apart and there is a hole you can climb into. That hole opens up to a tunnel large enough to drive a car through. Bring a few flashlights/headlamps with you. We only went about 100 yards because we had one headlamp but apparently it goes far if your up for a dark challenge. The tunnel is outside of the fence area, dead in the middle of the curve of the hill. You will see cement plastered on to the side of the hill and there is a small trail leading up to it. The cave was the coolest part of the walk. The point smells like bird crap, because it's everywhere!
4.0
If you don't do a lot of hiking, rock climbing or hate exposed heights, probably not for you. Apparently a few people have died here. The first peak is honestly probably the most sketchy because of how slick it was with a little bit of mud on our shoes and scrambling rocks. The first peak was not exposed at all until your up top. The second and 3rd peaks were a little more scary-looking but pretty easy climbing (the exposure is what makes people think it's harder). Like everyone else says,don't trust the ropes just use them for a back up if a rock or something was to give out. I would totally do it again! Definitely bring some water and on your way down at the 4-way stop, go left! We went right and ended up at an abandoned homeless city in the middle of nowhere.
5.0
Definitely try to go on a calm day, took us about 45 min to paddle to the island and 30 back. Bring your snorkel gear, we saw a sea turtle and plenty of fish. Hike around the back side of the island to see some awesome reefs and do some cliff jumping. I didn't bring my mask and snorkel to the cliff jumps but the water back there is unreal and wish I was able to check out what it looked like under water. Amazing reefs on the way to and from the island!
5.0
Stopping here was the only thing that made The Road to Hana worth it. Not many people were there or know about it which is what we always look for. Relaxing, quiet place to get away from all the tourists that don't know about this place. 🤐 keep it that way
5.0
If you like very touristy things with lots of traffic and crowds, then this is for you! If you are amused by a 10ft waterfall with 27 people taking pictures in the middle of the road, this is definitely for you. We started on the north side to get to Hana and came back to town via the south road. The roads are cool and not as sketchy as people say. Coconut Glen's is a place to stop on the north side for some coconut ice cream. Going to the beach and hiking the Makahiku trail to the waterfall was the best part of the 8-10 hr day. There's better things to do on Maui than sit in a car all day!
3.0
Seems like the pools are rarely open to swim due to "flash flood"/high water level warnings. Very short hike to the pools and $25 entry fee due to the pools being in a national park.
3.0
The 7 sacred pools were not open to swim in when we went but ended up doing this hike. Easy hike seeing multiple smaller water falls, and bamboo forest. The final waterfall is definitely worth the 2 mile hike up. I would not travel the road to Hana to do this hike but if your driving by definitely do it to get out of the car and get a little exercise!
5.0
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