Notable viewpoint · Maui, Hawaii

The Needle

The Needle is a viewpoint in Maui, Hawaii.

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The Needle: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit The Needle

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach The Needle — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 20.88429, -156.55103. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit The Needle?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near The Needle?

    Nearby: ʻĪao Valley State Monument (viewpoint, 1 km), Maui Komohana (viewpoint, 5 km), Puʻukukui (viewpoint, 5 km), Violet Lake (lake, 6 km), Maui Nui Botanical Gardens (sanctuary, 8 km), Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum (museum, 13 km).

    Is The Needle worth visiting?

    The Needle is listed as a notable viewpoint in Hawaii on Spotwander.