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Far from Kihei and Lahaina rests another side of Maui. A remarkably picturesque three-hour drive leads you into the heart of a rain forest, and an astounding number of bridges, waterfalls and lookouts punctuate the trip.

Known as the Road to Hana, the route is so popular it supports a small industry of audio tours that narrate the journey and serve up the island\’s history. The Hana Highway dates back to 1926, when much of it was constructed with cinders. It wasn\’t until 1962 that the state paved over it with asphalt, but countless potholes helped coin the phrase, \”I survived the Hana Highway.\” Only in the early 1990s did major upgrades make it a much more pleasant experience.