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Keonehe‘ehe‘e Trail (Sliding Sands)

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Keonehe‘ehe‘e Trail (Sliding Sands)

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Haleakalā Wilderness

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  • Location: Maui County, United States

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    May 24, 2022

    Hiking

    Sliding Sands is the trail that takes you into the crater of the Haleakala volcano. The other name for this trail is Keonehe'ehe'e. This section is the most spectacular because it is panoramic. It offers you lunar views, at 360°.
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    Fascinating colors of the earth...
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    Actually a hiking trail, but it shouldn't stop you...start as early as possible!
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    Distance 798 m

    Uphill 0 m

    Downhill 90 m

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    Location: Maui County, United States

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