The summit of the mountain lies above the forest line and the terrain consists of mostly lava rocks and shrubs due to it’s alpine weather conditions.
Mana Road Trail starts at the Mauna Kea access road and links with Saddle Rd around Mauna Kea mountain.It is 45 mi/72.5 km long (one way), about six to eight hours biking. The route is considered to be one of the best dirt distance rides in Hawaii, because you travel around the mountain, through Parker Ranch with wild cattle, bulls and horses, fantastic views of Mauna Kea, Hilo and the North Kohala mountains.
The trail is suitable for all skill levels with an elevation gain of 4200 ft/1280 m, and it is entirely dirt surfaced. A good physical condition though is required because of the long ride. Bikers should take with them water and snacks and wear long sleeve, water-resistant jacket and long riding pants as the weather can be cold and wet.
Mana Road route is a great fun ride for those who enjoy cross country riding. In the town of Hilo there are shops that you can buy or rent mountain bike equipment, as well as maps with the trail roads.
Munich is the capital of Bavaria State and one of its biggest cities. It is situated in the north of the Bavarian Alps on the River Isar and it is the third largest city in Germany, just behind Berlin and Hamburg.
Bromont is one of the most appropriate cities in southwestern Quebec, Canada for an exciting experience of mountain biking. It is a well-known place for a lot of winter activities as well as for the best mountain biking. Despite the fact that it is a popular tourist destination for snow activities during winter, a lot of people join this place for mountain biking as well.
Adelaide, the liveliest city in Australia, is the capital of South Australia state. It is situated on the Adelaide Plains and more specifically at the north side of Fleurieu Peninsula. It is built next to Torrens River and is surrounded by the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Gulf St Vincent. Craigburn is located at 20.9 km/13 mi from Adelaide's CBD.
Sonora Pass is located near Pinecrest, Tuolumne County, California, USA. It is off of Highway about 60 mi/96.5 km east of Sonora.
Baviaanskloof area lies between the Baviaanskloof and the Kouga mountain ranges. It is approximately at 120 km/74 mi in the west of Port Elizabeth Town in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.
Close to Aberdeen city, Scolty Hill represents the perfect destination for mountain biking. Try to combine the Aberdeen's cosmopolitan life with the adventure in Scolty Hill's nature.
Honokaa town is located in the Hamakua Coast, at 40 mi/64 km in the north of Hilo. The area is a historic district of Big Island in Hawaii because the town's economy was once based on sugar production from the Hamakua Sugar Company, until 1994.
Bayfront beach is located in Hilo, Hawaii, which is the most populated city on the island. Hilo is an old fashioned bay front town, with tropical rain forest climate all year long and home of the Tsunami Museum, dedicated to the understanding of the 1946 Pacific Tsunami.
Kapaau is a small village, located at the northern tip of the island of Hawaii in North Kohala District. The king's Kamehameha statue is in the center of the village, who was the first to establish the unified Kingdom of Hawaii.
The 4Miles beach is located in Hilo, in Hawaii, which is the most populated city of the island. Hilo is an old fashioned bay front town, with tropical rain forest climate all year long and home of the Tsunami Museum, dedicated to the understanding of the 1946 Pacific Tsunami.
Pololu Valley is the Northernmost valley, forming the East coast of the Kohala Mountain after Waipio Valley. The valley goes at 420 ft/128 m downwards and it ends at a beautiful beach with black sand.
Volcano National park is located at 30 mi/48 km in the southwest of Hilo Town in Hawaii. The park was established in 1916 and is a combination of unique ecosystems and diverse environments that range from the sea to the summit of the world's biggest volcano, Mauna Loa, as well as Kilauea which is the world's most active volcano.
Volcano National park is located at 30 mi/48 km in the southwest of Hilo Town in Hawaii. The park was established in 1916 and is a combination of unique ecosystems and diverse environments that range from the sea to the summit of the world's biggest volcano, Mauna Loa, as well as Kilauea which is the world's most active volcano.
Mauna Loa is one of the five active volcanoes in the island of Hawaii, the largest one on earth in volume and in kilometers covered. Its peak stands at 13679 ft/4169 m above the sea level.
