The Hidden Spot In The U.S. You Didn't Know Existed
By Beth|Published August 15, 2019
×
Beth
Author
A lifelong Virginia resident, Beth loves exploring different parts of the world and currently resides in Charlottesville. She holds a degree in English Literature and one of her short stories has been featured in the Shenandoah Review. Other interests include hiking, songwriting, and spending time in the mountains.
Perhaps one of the greatest aspects of living in America is the treasure trove of natural attractions just waiting to be discovered. For a prime example of this, we’ll take a trip to the island of Maui and venture into the magical Haleakala National Park, where a bamboo wonderland awaits us. Aptly named, the Bamboo Forest offers gorgeous greenery, plenty of bamboo, and just a touch of magic.
Take a look at the photos below and see if you aren’t convinced to venture to the island:
With its rugged trails, volcanic landscape, and coastal beauty, Haleakalā National Park is a breathtaking natural wonder on the Hawaiian island of Maui.
It's perhaps unsurprising that a hidden destination awaits inside these magnificent forests. Among residents, this hike is one of the most beloved on the whole island.
Along this gorgeous 2-mile trail, hikers can expect to encounter scenic cascades, a gorgeous waterfall, and the most unusual attraction of all, a seemingly endless bamboo forest.
Before entering the forest, hikers will cross a bridge overlooking some of the beautiful cascading pools. Take time to admire the sound of the gentle fresh water as it moves from one beautiful pool to the next.
Despite being such an attractive part of the island, bamboo is actually considered to be an invasive species. Its prolific growth threatens one of the last natural rainforests in Hawaii.
