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The best cycling routes around Mauna Kea

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Cycling around Mauna Kea is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Hawaiʻi County. So you can find your perfect Mauna Kea bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

Last updated: December 4, 2025

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1. Mauna Loa Observatory from Puʻu Huluhulu — Hawai‘i

57.4km

04:23

1,410m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Mauna Kea summit from Puʻu Huluhulu — Hawai‘i

48.1km

04:41

2,180m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Old Onomea Road via Mamalahoa Highway loop — Hawai‘i

7.27km

00:31

120m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. ʻAkaka Falls via Honomū — ʻAkaka Falls State Park

11.0km

00:50

280m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Mamalahoa Highway to Mamane Street loop — Honoka'a

5.73km

00:22

80m

90m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Old Jeep Road via Honokaʻa — Hāmākua Forest Reserve

21.2km

01:47

560m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Laupãhoehoe Beach Park via Pa‘auilo — Hawai‘i

40.8km

03:04

920m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Kawaiku'i Beach Park loop via Umauma Falls — Waialea Bay

15.0km

01:09

310m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Kings Highway Foot Trail loop from Waikoloa

31.4km

02:00

380m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Mauna Kea Summit loop from Wainaku

27.9km

02:53

1,390m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes around Mauna Kea

1. Mauna Loa Observatory from Puʻu Huluhulu — Hawai‘i

2. Mauna Kea summit from Puʻu Huluhulu — Hawai‘i

3. Old Onomea Road via Mamalahoa Highway loop — Hawai‘i

4. ʻAkaka Falls via Honomū — ʻAkaka Falls State Park

5. Mamalahoa Highway to Mamane Street loop — Honoka'a

6. Old Jeep Road via Honokaʻa — Hāmākua Forest Reserve

7. Laupãhoehoe Beach Park via Pa‘auilo — Hawai‘i

8. Kawaiku'i Beach Park loop via Umauma Falls — Waialea Bay

9. Kings Highway Foot Trail loop from Waikoloa

10. Mauna Kea Summit loop from Wainaku

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