Add to it a good chance of rain that you might encounter the more you travel towards the east. This guidebook features all major sights of the hana highway. The book was published some yrs ago but is still very relevant and takes you on the complete loop not just to hana and then back on same route. What is the best guide or book to take on the road to hana. The road to hana is a 36 mile well paved and maintained highway that connects east maui to the rest of the island. The road to hana is the crownjewel of hawaii driving tours. To get to these falls, just head across the road from the parking area youll see a picnic area to your left and stairs to your right. The scenic road to hana on maui is the undisputed number one attraction. Take the stairs to a little path that will lead you to that rocky stream crossing i mentioned. Just sit with your friend and a guide book, and plan the stops you want to make along the way, as that is what makes the road so.
Hana highway mile by mile guidebook that details the drives major. First and foremost, it is highly recommended that you book an overnight stay in a hana hotel because the road trip is a whole days. The narrow road with 54 one lane bridges and over 300 ess curves winds its way through the tropical east coast. Youll find this spot about halfway between hana highway mile markers 22 and 23. Maui theres good reason why the road to hana is considered one of the most beautiful drives in the world. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. Hana, mile by mile was written by tas own maui designation expert, jc derrick. Hana highway mile by mile the road to hana and beyond. You will pass by the most breathtaking scenery on the face of the earth. The drive to hana, along hana highway, is about 68 miles, with 600 curves and 58 one lane bridges, thereby making the drive challenging and strenuous as you pass by all the road to hana mile markers and is one of the best road trips in usa. His maticulous searching and years of hands on experience, care and loving for. John derrick is the author of hana highway mile by mile 4. Hana highway mile by mile the road to hana and beyond by.
When it comes to driving the road to hana on maui, its th. Youll also get to check out the views of puohokamoa falls from their lookout. The two best books to guide you on the road to hana are. The journey will take you through dense forests, waterfalls, and a rugged coastline. A detailed guide to road to hana stops mile markers. Also about midway between hana highway mile markers 9 and 10 is the garden of eden. A fully illustrated mile by mile guidebook that introduces and guides you along the highlight of maui, the hana highway. These botanical gardens are spread out over 26 acres and feature an assortment of plants from not only hawaii, but tropical rainforests all over the world. Click on the icons for photos, links and information. From lush rainforests and waterfalls to prairie grasslands and rocky lava coasts, this is one journey you simply do not want to miss. Heres the low down on the hana highway with preparation checklists, tips, photos, video, and lots of great information on the areas around hana, maui, hawaii. The hana highway is amazing, with waterfalls you need to swim under on one side and black sand beaches begging for leisurely stops on the other.
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