Location: Wailuku
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What to do and see in Wailuku, Hawaii (HI): The Best Nature & Parks
Wailuku is a census-designated place (CDP) in and county seat of Maui County, Hawaiʻi, United States. The population was 15,313 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Maui County.
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1. Mamamakole Falls
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By pierronzollo - Kekaha, United States
About a half mile trail, pretty steep in sections and featuring two pretty scary climbs, taking you past a nice pool, a medium high waterfall with small pool, and down to a high falls with a big pool that requires a a rope climb down a 25 foot cliff. Do not wear sandals and spray yourself with plenty of bug spray. You'll have the lower fall to yourself if you dare do the rope climb, except on weekends. This is Hawaiian jungle at its best, with pleanty of trailside strawberry guaveas to snack on, and an tree that provides you the handholds to get down and up, It's not easy to find. When you pass the Mendez ranch, start looking for cars pulled to the side of the road.It's six and a half miles after you turn on to Highway 340. Google Maps is not accurate. Keep going past where it ells you to stop unitl you see cars parked by the side. At two of these pull outs, you will find an unmarked trail beginning between bushes. Although unmarked, the trail is clear, though steep in places. Best hike on West Maui I've done so far.
2. Maui Ocean Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,102 reviews
Named “Top 10 Aquariums in the World” by TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards, Maui Ocean Center is the premier destination to encounter and learn about Hawaii’s marine life. Home to one of the world’s largest displays of live Pacific corals, the Aquarium exhibits only marine life found in Hawaiian waters including tropical fish, sea turtles, sharks, stingrays, octopuses, sea jellies, and more. The Aquarium highlights the beauty of Hawaii’s undersea world while perpetuating the deep connection between the Hawaiian people and the sea. The Aquarium’s mission is to foster understanding, wonder, and respect for Hawaii’s marine life.
Reviewed By M6869VMmargaretk - Parksville, Canada
This is a fabulous aquarium with beautifully presented displays.Loads of lighting and informational displays and the highlight was the shark tank with manta rays and sharks swimming above you in the tunnel.An added bonus for cruise visitors is that you can catch a bus opposite the small port terminal and buy a day pass for $4. The bus takes about 30 minutes to the Ocean centre.
3. Iao Valley State Monument
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,119 reviews
Reviewed By Toyota1994 - Chicago, United States
Iao Valley State Monument provides lush green scenery not to be missed when visiting Maui. The hike from the parking lot to the lookout is pretty short (less than fifteen minutes) but requires stair climbing (135 steps according to the brochure). It is an awesome view of the valley and the ‘Needle’ from the lookout, well worth the effort. Along the paved path are two worthwhile short side trails, one to a garden of Hawaiian plants and the other closer to the Iao river. The park also has historical significance due to a deadly war fought here. The parking fee of $5 is well worth the convenience of starting the hike from the parking lot.
4. Ocean Science Discovery Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By Datgeegirl - Vancouver, Canada
This is a nice aquarium. The staff are very knowledgeable. We had a great day here. There is a playground for the little ones and a restaurant, which was pretty good.
5. Wailuku Cross Trail
6. Waiehu Beach Park
7. Turnbull Studios & Sculpture Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Artist gallery and working studio. Come meet the artists and see them work! The gallery showcases over 30 local artists with a wonderful sculpture garden that features sculpture and indigenous edible plants! A family of sculptors, Steve and Christine create their work on property from wood, stone, clay and bronze. From monumental abstracts to lifesize realism, challenges are always welcome for any project!
8. Papalaua Wayside Park
9. Kepaniwai Park & Heritage Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 106 reviews
Iao Valley State Monument, Maui, will remain closed indefinitely due to extensive damage from heavy rain and flooding the night of September 13 and early morning on September 14, 2016.
Reviewed By Toyota1994 - Chicago, United States
Kepaniwai Heritage Gardens in Maui is worth a stop to walk and enjoy the gardens, the nature, and learn about contributions to Hawaiian heritage from people from other countries (Korea, Portugal, China, Japan and the territory of Puerto Rico). The gardens need some maintenance, but still the natural setting in a valley next to a flowing river and mountains makes for a beautiful walk. When we were there in January, we saw quite a few birds in the trees also. Covered shelters are available for picnics. No admission fees and free parking too.
10. Tropical Gardens of Maui
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 45 reviews
