Waiheʻe Ridge Trail
A popular hiking trail in the West Maui Mountains, about 6.4 km round trip, offering views along the ridge of waterfalls in deep valleys and the north shore coastline.
The trailhead lies near Mendes Ranch, north of Wailuku. The first section is a steep concrete slope, after which the trail follows the ridge through guava forest and native plant zones. The summit viewpoint sits at about 780 meters above sea level, where on clear days you can see waterfalls in the valley and the north shore coastline. The round trip takes about 3 hours, with roughly 450 meters of elevation gain. Clouds and showers are common on the mountain, and the trail is slippery and muddy, so wear shoes with good grip and start early in the morning. The hike is free, but parking is limited.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:00–19:00 (per official sources)
Nearby sights
- ʻĪao Valley State Monument
- Nakalele Blowhole
- Honolua Bay
- Kapalua Bay
- Maui Ocean Center
- Pāʻia
- Māʻalaea Bay Whale Watching
- Kāʻanapali Beach & Black Rock