As a precautionary measure due to Maui Crater Road fire, Kula Forest Reserve and all Na Ala Hele trails in the reserve are closed.
The Tie Trail descends 500' through stands of sugi, cedar and ash trees and connects the Plum and Redwood Trails. Wear bright clothing. Be aware that you may encounter hunters who are hunting off the trail. Stay on trail.
Hunting may be in progress on or near this hiking trail. Hunting dogs may be off-leash while engaged in the hunt. Hikers must keep their dogs leashed at all times and remove dog waste while on this trail.
Mountain forest, elevated climbs
Bicycles are not allowed on Plum, Haleakala Ridge, Polipoli, or Tie Trails. Do not use any trail or access road that is not delineated by name and color and that may also be displayed on these maps. The marked features are managed for public recreational use. Other trails or roads that branch off from the public features may be on private property, and are not managed for any public recreational use. Access is subject to adjacent landowner approval, and if used without authorization, you will be trespassing and possibly putting yourself at risk. Downloadable resources are provided below.
From Kahului, take Highway 37 past Pukalani to the second junction of Highway 377. Turn left on 377 for about 0.3 mile, then right on Waipoli Road. The road travels through the first cattle guard and climbs up the mountain through a long series of switchbacks until it enters the forest at 6,400' elevation, where the pavement ends. Trail begins at 0.8 mile along the Redwood Trail and meets the Plum Trail 0.6 mile from the Ranger's cabin.
