Kahinahina Road (R-1)
Mauna Kea Forest Reserve, Hawaii County, HI
Point-to-point trail in Mauna Kea Forest Reserve, Hawaii County, HI. Off-road (4x4, OHV), Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 35.9 mi (57.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 8,976 ft (2,736 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 15 min
- High point
- 9,662 ft (2,945 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Puʻulāʻau 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from start
- Peak: Puʻukawaiwai 27 mi (43.5 km) from start
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Questions about Kahinahina Road (R-1)
How long is Kahinahina Road (R-1)?
Kahinahina Road (R-1) is 35.9 mi (57.7 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 15 min. It climbs 8,976 ft (2,736 m) in total, up to a high point of 9,662 ft (2,945 m).
How hard is Kahinahina Road (R-1)?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Kahinahina Road (R-1)?
Parking at the start. 3 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Kahinahina Road (R-1)?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Kahinahina Road (R-1) shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Kahinahina Road (R-1)?
Best for Off-road (4x4, OHV). Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Kahinahina Road (R-1)?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap