The Hawaiian Islands are one of America’s most popular tourist destinations, with approximately 10 million visitors in 2019 – more than five times the total population of Hawaii. With so many people visiting such small islands, one can easily grow tired of the constant crowds. If you have grown weary of the massive crowds at your favorite beach, park, or place of employment, there are still places where you can escape from the hustle and bustle that is the Hawaiian tourism industry: including this forest reserve. 

Tucked away on the leeward slopes of Mount Haleakala on the island of Maui, the Kula Forest Reserve is an idyllic escape for anyone who wants to get away from the crowds and experience a side of Hawaii many people have not seen before.
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Established more than a century ago in 1912 with the intent to reforest an area that had previously been converted to pasture after 20 years of livestock grazing, the Kula Forest Reserve is breathtaking, to say the least.
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With acres upon acres of sprawling public land, the Kila Forest Reserve is home to a series of stunning hiking and mountain bike trails that will transport you to another world.
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Ranging in distance from 3.5 to 15.7 miles and from 6,000 to nearly 10,000 feet above sea levels, there’s a trail for everyone in the Kula Forest Reserve, and no matter when you visit, you can count on seeing very few people along the way.
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From stunning grassy overlooks…
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...to tangles of trees, the landscapes you’ll discover within the massive Kula Forest Reserve are unlike any others found in the Aloha State.
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So, the next time you're looking to get away from it all and escape the crowds, the Kula Forest Reserve provides the perfect respite.
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Have you ever escaped to the Kula Forest Reserve? What is your favorite place to get away from it all in Hawaii? For more information about the trails you’ll find within this stunning, off-the-beaten-path oasis, head on over to AllTrails.

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