Looking to capture that striking Maui picture to post to your facebook or Instagram account to show off the beauty of your Maui vacation? We have put together a list of our top 10 instagramable destinations across the Valley Isle. Make sure all your time isn’t spent behind the camera lens, as these places are truly breathtaking!

1. Iao Valley, Wailuku

Iao Valley, located in central Maui, is a lush, stream-carved gorge renowned for its dramatic scenery, deep cultural roots, and historical significance. The valley stretches about five miles long and is flanked by nearly mile-high, densely forested walls, creating a striking natural amphitheater. Its most iconic feature is the Iao Needle—a towering, vegetation-covered lava pinnacle that rises 1,200 feet from the valley floor and 2,250 feet above sea level, often shrouded in mist and steeped in Hawaiian legend.

2. Honolua Bay, Kapalua

The forest that surrounds Honolua Bay, often called the "Enchanted Forest," is a lush, moss-covered tropical woodland that lines the short access trail leading to the popular snorkeling destination of Honolua Bay. This forest is renowned for its towering old-growth trees, draping vines, and dense green canopy, creating an immersive, almost magical atmosphere reminiscent of a scene from a fairy tale. The well-marked, easy trail winds through a shaded rainforest filled with monkeypod, java plum, milo, and giant banyan trees, as well as tropical flowering plants and even some edible fruit trees like avocado and mango. This instagram-worthy Maui spot is often the backdrop for professional wedding or engagement photos.

3. Haleakala Sunset, Haleakala National Park

A Haleakala sunset is a breathtaking experience that draws visitors to the summit of Maui’s highest peak, where the volcanic landscape and sweeping views create a dramatic stage for the setting sun. As daylight fades, the sky transforms with vibrant hues of orange, pink, and purple, casting an ethereal glow over the crater and surrounding clouds. Unlike the often-crowded sunrise, sunset at Haleakala tends to be less busy, offering a more tranquil and intimate atmosphere for those who make the drive up the winding mountain road. The high elevation means temperatures can be chilly, but the reward is an unobstructed panorama where the sun appears to sink into a sea of clouds.

4. Kula Botanical Garden, Kula

Kula Botanical Garden, nestled at 3,300 feet on the slopes of Haleakalā in Maui, is an eight-acre sanctuary renowned for its diverse collection of tropical and subtropical plants from around the world. Established in 1968, it became Maui’s first public garden in 1971 and remains family-operated today. Visitors can explore winding trails lined with over 2,000 plant species, including native Hawaiian flora such as koa and kukui trees, as well as vibrant orchids, proteas, and bromeliads. The garden’s attractions include tranquil waterfalls, koi ponds, unique rock formations, and plenty of places to sit and reflect. Stumble upon plenty of instagram-worthy natural photo backdrops as you walk through the garden.

5. Twin Falls, Haiku

Twin Falls is the perfect stop for those that don’t plan to drive the full Road to Hana. The area features a series of picturesque waterfalls and natural swimming holes, all set within the verdant surroundings of Wailele Farm in Ho’olawa Valley. Visitors can enjoy easy, well-maintained trails that wind through tropical foliage, leading to both lower and upper falls, with opportunities for swimming, cliff jumping, and natural awe.

6. Pipiwai Trail, Kipahulu

The Pipiwai Trail is celebrated as one of the island’s premier hikes, offering a four-mile round-trip journey through lush rainforest, dramatic bamboo groves, and past cascading waterfalls. The trail begins near the Kīpahulu Visitor Center and quickly immerses hikers in tropical scenery, leading first to the 200-foot Makahiku Falls and a massive, photogenic banyan tree. One of the trail’s highlights is its enchanting bamboo forest, where dense, towering stalks create a serene, otherworldly tunnel, accompanied by the rhythmic sounds of the wind rustling through the bamboo.

7. Kealia Pond Boardwalk, Kihei

The Kealia Pond National Wildlife Refuge, located between Kihei and Maalaea on Maui’s south-central coast, is one of Hawaiʻi’s largest and most ecologically significant lowland wetlands, spanning over 700 acres of protected marshland and brackish ponds. This coastal refuge is a sanctuary for more than 30 species of birds, including endangered Hawaiian stilts (ae‘o) and Hawaiian coots (‘alae ke‘oke‘o), which nest and forage in the wetlands. Walk the elevated boardwalk in search of colorful wildlife.

8. Lahaina Pali Trail, Ma'alaea

The Lahaina Pali Trail is a rugged and challenging hike traversing the southern slopes of the West Maui Mountains, offering some of the island’s most expansive views of the central valley, ocean, and neighboring islands such as Lanai, Kaho‘olawe, and Molokini. Following a historic route that dates back over 200 years, the path climbs steeply from near sea level to an elevation of about 1,600 feet, passing through open, rocky terrain and the impressive Kaheawa wind farm of 40+ giant windmills.

9. Makawao Forest Reserve, Makawao

The Makawao Forest Reserve sites at about 2,500 feet above sea level on the slopes of Haleakalā. It offers a cool, shaded retreat from the island’s coastal heat and sunny beaches. This unique forest is renowned for its diverse mix of native Hawaiian species, such as the vibrant ʻōhiʻa lehua and koa trees, alongside an eclectic array of non-native trees planted during early timber experiments, creating a rich and varied botanical landscape. The reserve features a network of scenic hiking and mountain biking trails, winding through fern groves, pine forests, flowering ginger, fragrant eucalyptus, and more.

10. La Perouse Bay, Makena

La Perouse Bay, marks the southernmost point accessible by car on Maui and is renowned for its stark, otherworldly landscape shaped by the island’s most recent volcanic activity around 1790. The bay is surrounded by rugged, jagged aʻa lava fields that create a dramatic contrast with the clear blue waters, making it a striking destination for both hikers and experienced snorkelers. The area is rich in cultural history, featuring remnants of ancient Hawaiian fishing villages and sacred sites. Explore the series of coastal trails through the rugged lava fields.