Big Island Hawaii. Part 15. Hiking Muliwai Trail.

December 2009. Music by: Novi Singers. Located on the northeastern side of the island, this 18 mile difficult trail zigzags up the western wall of Waipio Valley, climbing approximately 1200` to the plateau. It then leads across the plateau area to Waimanu, crossing 12 gulches that are up to 500` deep, then descends another 1200` into Waimanu Valley. It is minimally maintained, steep, deeply eroded in places, rocky, muddy, and slippery when wet. Only experienced hikers in good physical condition should attempt it. Directions: Highway 240 leads off Highway 19 at Honoka`a to the eastern edge of Waipio Valley. A steep, four wheel drive road extends from the lookout down into the valley. Upon reaching the valley floor, take the road to the right, then follow the beach to Wailoa Stream. The road ends at the stream. Ford the stream and follow the horse trail on the dunes to the west side of Waipio Valley and the beginning of the trail.(nileguide.com)

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