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HONOMANU BAY BEACH If the fruits from the labors of the locals can be
waves are pumping, turn off at mile
marker 14 into this black-sand beach and
watch the surfers. Note: Strong currents
offshore.
KEANAE ARBORETUM Shortly after
mile marker 16 is a cornucopia of
Hawaii's botanical world. Hike along the
trail into the valley or swim in the pools of
the Pi'ina'au Stream.
KE'ANAE PENINSULA Picture-
postcard old Hawaiian village, with great
ocean lookout, an 1860 stone church, and
acres of green taro, a Hawaiian staple,
which is pounded into poi.
WAILUA VALLEY STATE WAYSIDE
PARK For a great photo opportunity of
Ke'anae Valley and the Wailua Peninsula,
stop here just before mile marker 19. If
you are lucky, the clouds will part and
give you a spectacular view up the
mountain to the Ko'olau Gap.
PUA'A KA'A STATE WAYSIDE PARK
Between mile markers 22 and 23, pull into
this park (with restrooms, phone and
picnic area) for a quick walk to the
waterfall and swimming hole.
WAIANAPANAPA STATE PARK At
mile marker 32, a lush tropical park
appears with a black sand beach, sea
cliffs, lava tubes, hiking trails, camping
picnicking, and cabins.
TWIN FALLS The first of many hikes on
the Hana Highway. Banana bread and
purchased at a little stand at the start of the
trail.
MAUI CAVE ADVENTURES Walk-
thru Ka'eleku Caves, naturally ornate lava
tubes. (808) 248-7308
www.mauicave.com
KAHANU GARDENS The biggest draw
to this tropical botanical garden is the
PI'ILANIHALE HEIAU, Hawaii's largest
ancient Heiau (temple) at 340 feet by 415
feet, with 50 feet tall walls, to 10 feet
thick, dating to the 1500's. (808) 248-8912
www.ntbg.org.
LINDBERGH'S GRAVE A mile past The
Pools of 'Ohe'o, in the quaint graveyard of
the Palapala Ho'omau Church, is the
resting place of aviator Charles Lindbergh
(1902-1974), the first person to fly solo
across the Atlantic Ocean (1927).
KAUPO STORE Literally in the middle
of nowhere lies this tiny general store.
Great place to stop for cold drinks and
snacks. (808) 248-8054.
SAIL TO LANA'I Numerous snorkeling
tours depart from Lahaina Harbor and
head to Lanai's beautiful reefs. Trilogy
offers an all-day catamaran sail from
Lahaina with breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Snorkel, swim and beach comb at
Hulopoe Beach, or take optional Jeep
safaris, zodiac rides or eco-adventure
kayaking. Children's programs available.
Dolphin encounters and whale watching