It is most Maui residents fervent fantasy to retire to this side of the island with its pristine environment and escape the congestion and noise of a busy city lifestyle. 

Upon finding yourself in Kipahulu you will be within walking distance from Haleakala National Park, and Oheo Gulch, (more commonly referred to as The Seven Sacred Pools). These are a series of falls cascading into seven large pools before reaching the sea. The pools are set in a natural rock formation bordered by cliffs. You will find excellent swimming holes. 

Take a 4-mile hike along a jungle trail through an enchanted bamboo forest made up of thousands of bamboo poles which make a gigantic bamboo wind chime. As you proceed you will come to Waimoku Falls. At 400 ft. high it is one of Maui's highest waterfalls. To be there can have almost a cathederal-like religous quality. 

After leaving 7-pools, 1.2 miles down the road you will find another special point of interest. Charles Lindbergh's Grave is set in a stunning, tranquil background of shade trees on a cliff-site overlooking the ocean and beside Palapala Ho'omau Church. 

As you ramble down the road you may be fortunate to happen upon some of Kipahulu's streams & various waterfalls. Be sure to take a picnic lunch or snack, water and insect repellent with you to make your adventure more complete. 

Check out our friends at: 'Ohe'o Stables for a horse back riding adventure. e-mail: ray@maui.net