Central Maui is also rich in natural wonders.
Hikers enjoy trails like tablelands and stream-side trails to impressive tropical swimming holes.
Just a little east of Paia is the world famous Hookipa Beach Park where several world championship surfing and windsurfing competitions take place. Use your browser's back button to return. More rain has caused more erosion which formed huge gorges. The road circles through and over these valleys, past post-card views at every turn. Maui county includes the islands of Maui, Molokai, Lanai, and the unpopulated Kahoolawe.