We wrangled an invite from Katy and Rob to hike into a waterfall chute tucked deep in Kaalaea Valley. On private property. Lucky us.

Ulimakoli ridge

Met up with Jake, Jose, Katy, Rob, Ryan and Thessa near Eleao Windward Ridge.

Glad it’s not raining

We followed Katy and Rob into the valley using the passable trail.

Gate crossing

Some slipped through the gates. Others simply opened the gate.

Kaalaea stream

Katy had to turn around at this point, so it was left up to Rob to show us the way.

Rock hopping

The stream level was low to dry along the path, which resulted in us alternating between rock hopping and trail walking.

Little waterfalls

The only waterfalls we were going to see on today’s hike.

Tree fungus

Helping the forest to decompose and recycle.

Lady in the chute

Can you see her? Group photo left to right: Thessa, Jose, Jake, Rob, Ryan and myself.

Grasshopper

Little critter was trying to catch a ride back with Jake.

White fungus

Looks like Saprotrophs or Jungle Mushrooms?

WTH?

There were a bunch of these worm looking critters crawling over the rocks. Rocks we were sitting on.

Going back

Time to head back. Didn’t have time to go looking for the other two waterfall chutes.

Splash of color

Looks like a Red Indonesian Wax Ginger Flower?

Dutch horse

Katy showing us the second biggest horse on the island. Didn’t catch his name.

GPS Tracks

The short and pleasant valley hike covered 2.47 miles. Many thanks again to Katy and Rob for showing us around their backyard. Post hike meal at Brick Oven Pizza. Beer and pizzas sure get expensive in a hurry.