Human Action

Hiking off designated trails/trespassing

  • Clear pathway for other animals to enter undisturbed areas
  • Spread seeds stuck in mud on shoes and attached to clothing from disturbed areas to native watersheds

Un-designated Motor Vehicle Trails (4×4, Dritbike, 4-Wheelers)

  • Effects of exposed track and road damage
    • Changes in diversion of water
    • Increased weed distribution
    • Native vegetation displacement
    • Creates existing tracks for other bikers and hikers to follow increasing traffic into native areas
  • Fire Hazard
  • Native birds may be disturbed by the noise and be effected by habitat loss
  • Water quality decreased

Enjoy the wilderness responsibly and stay on legal trails in natural areas!

For hiking trails in Maui visit:

Nā Ala Hele: a state program that maintains designated hiking trails throughout Maui

Haleakalā National Park: they lead a “Waikamoi Cloud Forest Hike”on Mondays and Thursdays and “Walk on the Wet Side”, a more extensive hike into Waikamoi Preserve, held every 3rd Sunday of the month. 808 572-4400.

Plan a hike for your school or community organization with us!