The Road to Hana - Part II

Once you go through the little town of Hana, it is recommended that you continue on the road at least until you reach 'Ohe'o Gulch which is also known as the Seven Sacred Pools.  Now how exactly the name came about, is uncertain as these water are not known to be sacred and there are not seven pools either.  Regardless, it is a beautiful location that is worth the trip.  Often times you are able to swim in the pools.  However the day we were there the water was flowing just a little too much for swimming to be safe, but it still made for some great photo opportunities.


A view of all the pools and falls.

The coastline where the pools flow out into the ocean.

As we continued around the island, we stopped briefly to take in the view and when we looked back we were greeted by this gorgeous rainbow.

The south side of Haleakala

The Road to Hana - Part I

The road to Hana is without a doubt the most famous drive on Maui and quite likely all of Hawaii.  The scenery is absolutely breathtaking as you drive the road to Hana with its 600 turns and many, many single lane bridges. 

Ho'okipa Beach

Dolphins at Ho'okipa Lookout

A few of the surf at  Ho'okipa Lookout

Lower Puohokamoa Falls

Upper Waikani Falls which are also known as the Three Bears Falls.

Small stream with the sky reflecting in the water.

Sea Arch at Wai'anapanapa State Park

Black Sand Beach at  Wai'anapanapa State Park

The sea arch again.

The rugged coastline with black sand beach in the background.

View from a small cave at Black Sand Beach at  Wai'anapanapa State Park

Black Sand Beach

Close up of Wailua Falls

 Wailua Falls

Sunset at Kamaole Beach II

Here are a few sunset photos from the beach.

 Just the clouds.

Okay, so there are more than just a few pictures, but with a sunset this glorious how could I stop taking pictures.

Kamaole Beach II

South Maui has some great beaches and our condo complex just happened to be right across the road from this one.









 

The beaches are usually defined by lava rock at either end, and this beach was no exception.  The rocks in the water make a great habitat for the fish and some good snorkeling.