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Pipiwai Trail, Haleakala National Park

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One of Haleakala National Park’s most scenic hiking routes, Pipiwai Trail guides you past the thundering Makahiku waterfalls, and all the way up to the 122 m (400 ft) Waimoku Falls. The moderately strenuous hike is 6.4 km (4 mi) roundtrip and has a 244 m (800 ft) elevation change. Surrounded with lush greenery, the trail is well marked and covered with boardwalk in some sections. You will have to cross streams in a couple spots, so take care, especially if the water is moving fast. Remember to bring closed-toe shoes, food, water, sunscreen, and insect repellent. Before you head to Haleakala National Park, plan trip itinerary details with our user-friendly Haleakala National Park trip maker app, to make sure you see all that Haleakala National Park has to offer, including Pipiwai Trail.
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  • By Vacationgirl_0707
    We enjoyed our hike to the main falls. There is so much to see along the trail including the bamboo forest, several waterfalls and a large banyan tree. So glad we made the stop here and had enough.....  more »
  • By stojonic
    We Hiked this a t the last min. Don't be like us and get there an hour before it closes. Please give your self a least 3 hrs to enjoy the hike and water falls. Its not a flat easy walking path and....  more »
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