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Review & FAQ:
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What is the temperature like in Kipahulu?
- Temperatures are much warmer here than at the summit: in the 70s and 80s during the day, but can drop quickly with rain showers and winds.
- Nighttime lows are in the mid-60s to 70s.
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Why are the pools sometimes closed for swimming?
- The pools are closed for swimming during periods of heavy rain because flash floods are such a danger.
- Kipahulu receives an average of 187 inches of rain each year.
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Where can you eat in Hana?
- Once you reach the town, you can have lunch at Travassa Hana or at Hana Ranch, which also has a take-out window if you are in a hurry.
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Can you fly to Hana instead of driving?
- If you prefer to fly, Pacific Wing Airline offers daily flights to Hana, either from Honolulu, Oahu, or Kahului, Maui.
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What happens to the highway after reaching Hana?
- After you reach Hana, the highway becomes even more like a footpath than a road and heads to the Kipahulu Visitor Center at Haleakala National Park.
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Do people enjoy the drive to Hana?
- Not everyone gets excited at the thought of a three and a half hour drive.
- We did hear some people complain that they didn't like the drive, but the majority of travelers we met thoroughly enjoyed it.
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What makes Hana Bay Beach a great stop?
- The road passes next to the Hana Bay Beach, which is popular for swimming, picnics, and outrigger canoeing.
- The bay and its black sand is the result of lava eroding and washing into the ocean from a nearby stream.
- This area is well protected and is usually a very safe place to swim.
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What activities can you do at Hana Bay?
- It is the perfect spot for picnics and water activities such as outrigger canoe races.
- You can often see canoe clubs practicing this ancient Hawaiian sport in the late afternoon.
- Hana Bay on Maui has benches for picnics, restrooms, and a snack bar.
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What is another great stop along the Hana Highway?
- Another great stop along Hana Highway is Hamoa Beach.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐