Hitting the Hiking and Walking Trails in Kapalua

I was recently asked to write a piece for MauiNow.com on living in Kapalua.  It quickly morphed into a piece on the Kapalua Hiking and Walking Trails, as I realized that they are my favorite part of living in Kapalua.  There is so much natural beauty in the resort--it is just 1600 acres set within 22,000+ acres of conservation land.  There is a 45 acre marine preserve, and the area is home to endangered species.

Sunset at the Lake at the Village Lake Loop, Kapalua Village Trails

The Lake Loop is my go to for a daily walk--there are several loops and you can create different paths, many of them challenging. For more information, read the article on the Kapalua Hiking and Walking Trails.

The Village Trails are also home to the XTERRA World Championships, where nearly 800 professional athletes from around the world take on a challenging running and cycling course that is cut through the Village Trails.  This off-road triathlon combines a challenging 1-mile rough water swim, a 20-mile mountain bike course and a 6.5 mile trail run. Locals and visitors alike can also participate in races for the Keiki (children), as well as 5K and 10K runs.

Not included in the article, but farther North are the short hikes to the Nakalele Blowhole, Ohai Trail, the Olivine Pools.  Should you venture out North, please be careful and mindful of the ocean, as these areas are exposed and subject to large swells and rogue waves.  It's better to enjoy the view than risk your safety.