Nature Notes

Upper Waikani Falls, Maui

The combination of mountains and high rainfall found on the Road to Hana in eastern Maui have combined to provide a large number of waterfalls which can be viewed just short distances from your car.

Upper Waikani Falls, Maui

Upper Waikani Falls is found halfway between milespost #19 and #20. It is also known as thr Three Bears with the three streams representing the Pappa, Momma, and Baby Bears.

Lower Puohokamoa Falls, Maui

The Lower Puohokamoa Falls can be seen from a lookout accessed by a trail off of a pulloff just past Milepost #11. It is a distant view, but a gorgeous one with red-flowering African Tulip Trees mixed into the forest around it.

Upper Puohokamoa Falls, Maui

A bit farther on is a brdge where a short trail leads to the Upper Puohokamoa Falls which can be seasonal in its flow.

Hanawi Falls, Maui

One of my favorites is the Hanawi Falls, with multiple flows and large ferns overhanging it. It is right beside the road just past Milepost #24.

Hanawi Falls, Maui

Just before you reach the town of Hana, you can go to the Waianapanapa Blowhole, and we’ll have a look at that tomorrow.

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