HIKINGWaihee Ridge Trail
Haleakala Crater: Sliding Sands to Halemauu
Waihee Valley Trail
Here are a few photos of our latest hikes on the island.
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Waihee Ridge Trail
July 22, 2006
We chose a trail we had never done before. This trail is along the northern ridge of the Waihee Valley and parallels the Waihee Valley (Swinging Bridges) Trail below. This hike is above-average strenuous, but with great views of the valley, the Wailuku-Kahului area and the ocean.
Waterfall on West Maui Mountains
View of the Waihee Valley from the Ridge Trail
(The Waihee Valley Trail runs by the stream seen at the bottom of the valley)
Enjoying the view from the Ridge Trail
Another view of the Valley from the Ridge Trail looking towards the Wailuku-Kahului area.
Hiking Down the Ridge Trail.
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Waihee Ridge Trail
July 22, 2006
We chose a trail we had never done before. This trail is along the northern ridge of the Waihee Valley and parallels the Waihee Valley (Swinging Bridges) Trail below. This hike is above-average strenuous, but with great views of the valley, the Wailuku-Kahului area and the ocean.
Waterfall on West Maui Mountains
View of the Waihee Valley from the Ridge Trail(The Waihee Valley Trail runs by the stream seen at the bottom of the valley)
Enjoying the view from the Ridge Trail
Another view of the Valley from the Ridge Trail looking towards the Wailuku-Kahului area.
Hiking Down the Ridge Trail.--------------
Haleakala Crater: Sliding Sands to Halemauu (11 miles)
July 29, 2006
Since we have been planning a hiking trip to the Grand Canyon, and need to practice for it, we chose to hike the Haleakala Crater to test our hiking abilities in conditions similar to those we expect at the Grand Canyon. We were not dissapointed: Even with near perfect weather, the Haleakala hike was long and strenuous. And that was even before we got to the infamous Haleakala switchbacks, which climb 1400 feet on a mercyless +20% incline for about two miles. We were happy we did it, but even happier to finish it. The lesson learned: Keep hiking to be ready for the Grand Canyon!
July 29, 2006
Since we have been planning a hiking trip to the Grand Canyon, and need to practice for it, we chose to hike the Haleakala Crater to test our hiking abilities in conditions similar to those we expect at the Grand Canyon. We were not dissapointed: Even with near perfect weather, the Haleakala hike was long and strenuous. And that was even before we got to the infamous Haleakala switchbacks, which climb 1400 feet on a mercyless +20% incline for about two miles. We were happy we did it, but even happier to finish it. The lesson learned: Keep hiking to be ready for the Grand Canyon!
At the Sliding Sands Trail Head near the Haleakala Summit.
View of the Haleakala Crater from Sliding Sands Trail
Ahihahiha (Silversword) Plants Along Sliding Sands Trail.
Climbing Around Ka Moa O Pele Cinder Cone
Resting by the Holua Cabin
View of Koolau Gap from the Switchbacks-------------
Waihee Valley Trail (a.k.a. "Swinging Bridges")
August 5, 2006
This is the same trail we did last fall, with the swinging brigdes and irrigation channels. We chose this trail today because after the Ridge Trail and the Haleakala Trail, we wanted a hike that was moderate, shady and with cool, fresh air and water.
August 5, 2006
This is the same trail we did last fall, with the swinging brigdes and irrigation channels. We chose this trail today because after the Ridge Trail and the Haleakala Trail, we wanted a hike that was moderate, shady and with cool, fresh air and water.
Waterfall at the end of Waihee Valley
Here we are, taking a break at the end of the Waihee Valley Trail. The trails ends at an old dam that is still used to divert water for sugar cane irrigation on Maui's central valley. Note the waterfall in the background.
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