Emerald Canyon
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| | Raps:10 raps, up to 10 jumps, 3 slides, max ↨80ft
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| Condition Reports: | 23 Nov 2023
"My wife and I recently completed Emerald Canyon on Maui. The canyon was spectacular, but I wanted to share our experience to possibly get insights fro |
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| Best season: | All year;NOT in After
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20.7988, -156.1193
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Introduction[edit]
One of the first canyoneering routes set up on the Island. A Maui classic with many jumps, interesting volcanic features, numerous shorter rappels and generally good flow all year. 4 notable jumps from 30 to 50 feet, 3 waterslides from 8 to 20 feet, 4 mandatory rappels up to 80 feet, and several small jumps in the range of 5 to 15 feet.
Approach[edit]
From Kahului take the Hana Highway (360) east, park in the small turn-off on the right (SW) side of the road at 20.811012, -156.114658. Walk up the steep and slippery road/trail, around the locked gate, and continue uphill. The road/trail follows an irrigation canal, then an white pvc irrigation pipe, followed by a short but often intense bushwhack to the drop-in.
Descent[edit]
Exit[edit]
The route described in this beta ends at the footbridge across Hanawi Stream, 20.807176, -156.113584 When you encounter the bridge, climb up it on the canyon-right side, cross it and return to your vehicle. If you wish to continue downstream of the bridge, consult the beta for Emerald Canyon (Lower) Lower Emerald will require a short car shuttle or walk.
Red tape[edit]
Do not enter the irrigation canals. Do NOT leave any valuables in your vehicle parked along Hana Hwy.
Beta sites[edit]
www.808canyons.com
Facebook group: 808canyons
Trip reports and media[edit]
Background[edit]
One of first routes set up on Maui, first known descent was around 2007-2008(?) by the ATS crew, who did much of the early exploration on the Island.
The short bushwhack section "trail" described above is maintained by a small group of local canyoneers and it is flagged with neon blazes. Don't expect there to be an obvious trail when you run the route, the vegetation in the area grows fast and aggressively and it can be difficult to ascertain. Take a few minutes and knock back some of the brush along the trail as you hike.
The waterflow in this canyon generally flows at a sporty/medium rate all year. Be sure to consult the weather forecast prior to entering this canyon and avoid it if rain is forecasted or imminent. This canyon has dangerously strong flows during and after storms. Several links to stream gauges and weather info can be found here: [1]
