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Review:
Located on the island of Maui at the elevation of 5,787 feet, Pu'u Kukui is the highest peak of Mauna Kahalawai, an eroded remains of an extinct shield volcano.
Below the summit is the Pu'u Kukui Watershed Management Area, a private nature preserve owned and maintained by the Maui Land & Pineapple Company.
Pu'u Kukui is considered one of the wettest areas on Earth. In addition, the rainwater cannot drain and ends in a bog because the soil is so deep and dense.
This unique environment creates conditions for a large number of endemic plants, birds, and insects.
Many of the trees here are dwarfs. The area is closed to hikers and entrance is restricted to conservationists and researchers.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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