Lipoa Point has Tidepools You Don't Want to Miss!

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Lipoa Point

Summary

The hike to Lipoa Point gives you a scenic view of Maui’s Honolua Bay, some tidepools and some natural arches. Once upon a time, pineapples used to grow around here and in the forties, there was also a golf course.

Rating

3 out of 5 coconuts!

Difficulty

4/10

Duration

Approximately a 1-mile round trip, plan for

40 – 50 minutes of your time.

Access

This hike is located on the west side of the island, past the larger cities and is on the beginning half of the road starting from the Kaanapali side that will take you around the west Maui loop. After driving past Honolua Bay, the turnoff is on the highway at a point where the highway curves right. At this point, there is a road that takes you off of the highway if you turn left. Take this road. Along this road, you fill find several pull offs, any of which you can out at to explore.

Latitude, Longitude

21.015184,-156.6417022

Mile Marker

Between mile marker 33 and 34

Map

Gear

Your Brain (as always when hiking)

Waterproof Phone Case (while there are others, this one is the best.)

Water Filter or Camelbak pack

Bug Repellent (this natural one is our favorite!)

Dry Bag (you're on an island. You'll probably get wet.)

Paracord (there's always a use for this.)

Camera or Drone (you can't beat this one.)

Spare Socks (laugh now, but you'll take this one seriously post-hike.)

Shoes (these are great hiking shoes.)

Clothes you can get wet

Sunglasses (this brand specifically is the best for ocean and water activities.)

Sunscreen (use this one to help preserve the coral and marine life.)

Trekking Poles

First Aid Kit (better safe than sorry.)

Pelican 2 Pack Marine - IP68 Waterproof Phone Pouch (Regular Size)-Floating Waterproof Phone Case For iPhone 15 Pro Max/ 14 Pro Max/ 13 Pro Max/ 12/ S24 - Detachable Lanyard - Black / Hi-Vis Yellow

5 High Capacity Emergency Survival Water Straws - Personal Filter for Camping, Hiking, Travel, Biking, Survival, preparedness, Lightweight, Reusable and with no Expiration Date. (5)

CamelBak Rogue Light Bike Hydration Pack 70oz, Black/Silver

CamelBak Ambush Hydration Pack, Coyote Tan, with 100oz (3.0L) Mil-Spec Crux Reservoir, One Size

CamelBak M.U.L.E. 12 Mountain Biking Hydration Pack - Easy Refilling Hydration Backpack - Magnetic Tube Trap - 100oz, Moroccan Blue/Black

Pelican ExoDry 10L Small Drybag - Waterproof - Shoulder Strap - Thick & Lightweight - Roll Top Dry Compression - Keeps Gear Dry for Kayaking, Beach, Rafting and Fishing - Olive

Piscifun Dry Bag, Waterproof Floating Backpack with Waterproof Phone Case for Kayking, Boating, Kayaking, Surfing, Rafting and Fishing, Army Green 20L

HEETA 2 Pack Waterproof Pouch, Screen Touch Sensitive Waterproof Dry Bag with Adjustable Waist Strap | Keep Your Phone and Valuables Dry | for Swimming Kayaking Boating Fishing Beach Diving Surfing

Amazon Basics 550 Type III Paracord, 7-Strand Core, High Strength - 5/32 Inch x 100 Foot (4mm x 30m), Black

DJI Mavic Mini Combo - Drone FlyCam Quadcopter UAV with 2.7K Camera 3-Axis Gimbal GPS 30min Flight Time, less than 0.55lbs, Gray

DJI Mavic Mini Fly More Combo Drone FlyCam Quadcopter Bundle with SD Card and More, 4K

DJI Mini 3 Pro (DJI RC) + Fly More Kit Plus – Lightweight Camera Drone with 4K/60fps Video, 2 More Batteries Provide Up to 94-mins Flight Time, Tri-Directional Obstacle Sensing, Drone for Beginners

Darn Tough Men's Run No Show Tab Ultra-Lightweight with Cushion Sock (Style 1039) - Eclipse, Large

Merrell Men's Moab 3 Hiking Shoe, Walnut, 10.5

Columbia Mens Crestwood Hiking Shoe, Camo Brown/Heatwave, 12 Wide US

Plant Therapy Nature Shield Essential Oil Blend 10 mL (1/3 oz) 100% Pure, Undiluted, Natural Aromatherapy, Therapeutic Grade

Maui Jim Men's and Women's Byron Bay Polarized Wrap Sunglasses, Marlin/Neutral Grey, Large

EltaMD UV Daily SPF 40 Face Sunscreen Moisturizer, SPF Moisturizer Face Sunscreen with Zinc Oxide, Great for Dry, Combination, and Normal Skin, Lightweight Daily Moisturizer with SPF, 1.7 oz Pump

EltaMD UV Sport Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 50 Water Resistant Sunscreen Up to 80 Minutes, Full Body Sunscreen for Outdoor Activities, Sweat Resistant, Oil-Free, Zinc Oxide Formula, 7 oz Tube

Montem Ultra Light 100% Carbon Fiber Trekking, Walking, and Hiking Poles - One Pair (2 Poles) - Ultra Light, Quick Locking, and Ultra Durable

MSR DynaLock Ascent Foldable Carbon Backcountry Trekking Poles, Large

First Aid Only 442 All-Purpose Emergency First Aid Kit for Home, Work, and Travel, 298 Pieces

330 Piece First Aid Kit, Premium Waterproof Compact Trauma Medical Kits for Any Emergencies, Ideal for Home, Office, Car, Travel, Outdoor, Camping, Hiking, Boating (Red)

M2 BASICS Professional 350 Piece Emergency First Aid Kit | Business & Home Medical Supplies | Hard Case, Dual Layer, Wall Mountable | Office, Car, School, Camping, Hunting, Sports

Check out this link for a deeper look: Best Things to Bring on a Hike

Disclaimer

This is private property. By hiking on this land, you are trespassing if you don't obtain permission to do so by the landowners beforehand. We do not condone or endorse illegally trespassing on private property without permission. We do not have the rights to give permission to hike on this land and this article is informational only.

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