Iao Tableland

  ANY MED YES

Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐

Scenery: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Mileage: 3 mi

Region: Iao Valley State Monument

Elev. Gain: 1,050 ft

When to Go: Year-Round

Avg. Time: 2 hr

Parking: Large paved lot

Type: Out + Back

Pass: $5 day-use fee pp + $10 parking

AllTrails: Route

Trailhead Coordinates:

20.880745, -156.545524

 

Know Before You Go:

  • This trail is a must-do while in Maui.

  • Iao Valley is the site of the historic Battle of Kepaniwai during which the formation, known as The Needle, was used as a hideout.

  • This ridge trail brings you to the back of Iao Valley where views are expansive.

  • Hiking boots are recommended especially after a rainy day, of which there are many! - Iao Valley is the second wettest place across all the Hawaiian islands.

  • This trail is marked closed so proceed at your own risk and discretion.