Pipiwai Trail

Maui, Hawaii, US

The Pipiwai Trail on Maui weaves through towering waterfalls, crystal‑clear pools, and a striking bamboo forest. It offers hikers and horseback riders a blend of lush rainforest scenery and dramatic water features that rank it among the island’s most visited paths.

Why choose Pipiwai Trail

Walking this trail immerses you in a landscape that shifts from misty cascades to open fern‑lined ridges, a contrast you won’t find on coastal routes. The bamboo grove’s quiet rustle gives a sense of seclusion rarely felt on busier tourist tracks.

Best for: Hiking · Nature · Photography · Families

Begin your Haleakalā adventure here

Start at Pipiwai Trail, then walk to nearby ʻOheʻo Gulch for a relaxed half‑day hike.

1. Morning — Pipiwai Trail
2. 11:00 — ʻOheʻo Gulch

Visit tips

• Start at sunrise to beat the heat and enjoy quieter waterfalls.
• Wear sturdy shoes; the bamboo forest can be slippery after rain.
• Start early to avoid midday heat and larger crowds.
• Allow 2–3 hours for a comfortable hike and photo stops.

Plan your visit

• Recommended duration: 2–3 hours
• Best time of day: Early morning, before 9:00
• Category: trail
• Rated 4.8 by 1361 reviewers
• Tags: waterfall views, bamboo forest, hiking, horseback riding

Nearby attractions

• ʻOheʻo Gulch — attraction, 15 min walk

More things to do in Maui

• Mama's Fish House
• Hana Highway - Road to Hana
• Ka'anapali Beach
• Haleakala Crater
• Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Wailea, Maui
• Whalers Village

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