HAWI

NORTH KOHALA, HAWAII'S BIG ISLAND

Hawi is North Kohala’s largest town and may be best known as the bicycle turnaround for the annual Ironman Triathlon World Championship held every October. This historic town was once a busy hub of North Kohala’s now defunct sugar industry.

Today, Hawi is home to a handful of charming and delightful art galleries, boutiques, and restaurants. The Bamboo Restaurant & Gallery was once voted best restaurant on the Big Island and is a great stop for a fresh island style meal.

Beyond Hawi is the town of Kapaau, home of the original King Kamehameha I statue. Continue driving east on Highway 270 and you’ll literally come to the end of the road at the Pololu Valley Overlook. The incredible view overlooking the northeastern coastline will be the perfect way to end your journey through North Kohala.

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