Kohala Mountain Road (Hwy 250)

The road is paved two-lane all the way and feels driveable, but it is working ranch country with cattle, horses, and farm equipment in the road. Drive at posted speed. There are no fuel stops the entire twenty-two miles; top off in Hāwī or Waimea before you start. Pull off at the marked overlook turnouts only — the shoulder is narrow and the cattle don't appreciate cars stopped on the grass. The pasture and ranch land off the road is private; do not climb fences.