Road to Hana
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The Hana Highway, known colloquially as the Road to Hana, is a 64.4-mile-long oceanfront, scenic drive that connects the city of Kahului to the town of Hana. Even though the distance is a short leap, an uninterrupted trip can take about 2.5 hours to drive the full stretch but plan for more time as there are numerous exciting stops along the journey! Paia is the first stop and the last town to grab some food before heading out for the day. Once on the winding road, take your time to enjoy the sights, drive carefully if you're steering the wheel and pull over to the side to allow for locals to pass on their way to work. There are a variety of waterfalls to stop for, some just off the side of the road while others require a short hike. Garden of Eden, Halfway to Hana Stand, Nahiku MarketPlace and Kahanu Garden are popular stops where you can stretch your frog legs while enjoying lush tropical greenery, beautiful views and good food. Before making your way into Hana, don't froget to swing by Wai'anapanapa State Park to see the beautiful black sand Pa'iloa Beach. If you wish to continue your journey past Hana, there are white sand beaches, more waterfalls and Haleakala National Park with hiking, waterfalls and unique swimming holes. Whichever mile markers you decide to explore, the journey to Hana is sure to be unfrogettable.