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Manuka State Wayside Review

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Manuka State Wayside

  • Address: Hwy. 11, north of mile marker 81, HI | Map It
  • Phone: 808/974-6200

Fodor's Review:

This dry, upland forest spreads across several lava flows. A rugged trail follows a 2-mi loop past a pit crater and winds around ancient trees such as hau and kukui. It's an okay spot to get out of the car and stretch your legs—you can wander through the well-maintained arboretum, snap a few photos of the eerie forest, and let the kids scramble around trees so large they can't get their arms around them. However, we don't recommend spending too much time here, especially if you're planning on driving all the way down to South Point. The pathways are not well maintained, but restrooms, picnic areas, and telephones are available.

  • Cost: Free
  • Open: Daily 7-7
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