Established in 1947, Triple L Ranch is one of the last remaining Paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) working cattle ranches on Maui — family owned and operated for five generations. Located on the pristine, sacred, and undeveloped southwest slope of Haleakalā, away from the hustle and bustle of tourist areas.
Louis De Ponte Sr. founded the ranch to fulfill his dream of raising purebred Angus cattle alongside his son Louis Jr., nicknamed 'Bully' after the fighter John Bull. Bully became a champion bull rider and legendary figure in Maui's Paniolo community, working tirelessly to keep Triple L Ranch and the surrounding Kanaio land alive until his passing in 2011.
Today, Paige De Ponte — Bully's wife — owns and runs the ranch full-time, making Triple L one of the only 100% women-run cattle ranches in Hawaii. With a background as a world-traveling photographer, published author, documentary filmmaker, and equine-assisted healing facilitator, Paige brings an extraordinary spirit to everything the ranch does.
In addition to the working cattle operation, Triple L offers authentic horseback riding tours through Maui's open range, and operates Bully's Burgers — a beloved food truck serving 100% natural, free-range, grass-fed beef burgers straight from the ranch herd. The ranch also supports 'The Spirit Horse Ranch,' a nonprofit equine-assisted therapy program for Maui fire victims and children of trauma.
We are the last free-range frontier on Maui — five generations of aloha, cattle, and paniolo spirit.
Paige De Ponte
Owner & Head of Ranch Operations
Paige has been close to horses for over 40 years. A world-traveling photographer, published author ('Nobody's Girl' under pen name Sybil Page), documentary filmmaker, and Certified Equine Assisted Learning Facilitator. She founded the horseback tours in 2011 and The Spirit Horse Ranch nonprofit in 2021. Mother of four, grandmother of ten.
Maurissa De Ponte
Horse Tours Manager & Chef / Owner of Bully's Burgers
Daughter of Paige and Bully, Maurissa runs cattle operations, manages Triple L Horse Tours, and owns Bully's Burgers. A certified Equine Assisted Learning Facilitator, she can fix ranch vehicles, water lines, and fences. Mother of three mini Paniolos: Kahealani, Kupono, and Kamali'i.
Zach De Ponte
Cattle Operations Manager
Son of Bully and Paige, Zach is a construction foreman and father of five boys. He manages Triple L Ranch's cattle operations and heads the bi-annual cattle round ups alongside sister Maurissa.
Louis De Ponte Sr. founded Triple L Ranch to raise purebred Bar Angus cattle on the southwest slopes of Haleakalā with his son Louis Jr. ('Bully').
Bully De Ponte grew into a champion bull rider and old-school Paniolo, becoming a legendary figure in Maui's ranching community. He protected and maintained the Triple L Ranch and surrounding Kanaio land for decades.
Bully De Ponte passed away. His wife Paige and son Zach opened Bully's Burgers in his honor — a food truck serving 100% natural, free-range, grass-fed burgers from the ranch's own cattle.
Paige De Ponte founded Triple L Ranch Horseback Tours as a way to keep the family cattle ranch operational and share the paniolo lifestyle with visitors.
Paige established 'The Spirit Horse Ranch,' a nonprofit Trauma Informed Care Equine Assisted Healing Center for children of trauma, including Maui fire victims.
Triple L Ranch continues as a working cattle ranch with 5 generations of De Ponte family involvement. Zach heads cattle round ups, Maurissa runs Bully's Burgers and horse tours, and Paige leads the healing mission alongside the ranch operations.
Open Range Adventure Ranch Tour
2 hours
Ride through open range to check the cattle and calves at the base of Pi'imoi crater. Tour the pastures, learn Hawaiian history and cultural practices, and take in breathtaking views of Kahoʻolawe, Molokini, the Big Island, and the outer islands. Max 6 guests. Ages 8+. Includes horse, saddle, helmet, rain gear, cold refreshments & snacks.
All-Inclusive Adventure Lunch Tour
3.5 hours
The most exclusive experience — ride the backside of Haleakalā through cattle country and ancient warring grounds past Pi'imoi cinder cone to a spectacular ocean overlook with views of Kahoʻolawe and Molokini. Includes a full lunch of fresh-grilled Triple L Ranch burgers, savory treats, fresh fruit, and desserts. Max 6 guests. Ages 8+.
filmed on the land, with the people who work it