Scenic Drive Big Island Hawaii

Pepeekeo Scenic Drive

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(370) · Hiking area in Hilo, United States
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Onomea (Pepe’ekeo) scenic drive is the most famous scenic road on the Big Island of Hawaii. It is a short 4 mile stretch of the Old Mamalahoa …

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Sep 24, 2024
This was nice but somewhat overrated. There are blue signs off the main highway where to turn for the drive. There is a cute little store/restaurant on the corner across from basketball courts that…Full review by WRBrantley
Jun 2, 2024
This was one of the best drives on the Big Island. It is not very long, but the surrounding nature makes it exceptional. Unfortunately, we did not have enough time to stop at many places.Full review by 32Morten
Apr 25, 2024
This is a nice short loop drive just off Highway 19 north of Hilo. There is lush green vegetation all along and a scenic viewpoint midway, though you have to park on the side of a very narrow road (I…Full review by ek_yayavar
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Where do we rent a car (accessible from the dock)? Is there a guided tour?
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Assuming you are referring to the docking of a cruise ship and further that the cruise ship docks in Hilo, that would be the only logical place to rent a car. From there it is not far to the …
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Assuming you are referring to the docking of a cruise ship and further that the cruise ship docks in Hilo, that would be the only logical place to rent a car. From there it is not far to the scenic drive. Maybe 20 minutes.
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We'll be driving from Hilo to Pepeekeo next Wednesday. Is the road passable all the way?
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The roads were passable when we were there in July. It was less than a 30 minute drive from Hilo. After the storm however, I would check with local authorities to see if there was any …
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The roads were passable when we were there in July. It was less than a 30 minute drive from Hilo. After the storm however, I would check with local authorities to see if there was any damage to the roads. Enjoy your trip. Aloha
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What is the cost please?
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The scenic drive (public road) and hike from the lookout are both free.
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Answer by tonypzo · Aug 3, 2016
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