What kind of ride is Mauna Kea?

Mauna Kea near Hilo, Hawaii is a climb ride, best for epic climb. arguably the hardest climb anywhere — sea level to 13,800 ft (gravel up top).

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Climb

Mauna Kea

Near Hilo, Hawaii

TypeClimb

Who it’s forEpic climb

Best seasonYear-round

arguably the hardest climb anywhere — sea level to 13,800 ft (gravel up top).

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Conditions, traffic, and trail surfaces change — check local closures and rules before you ride, and share the road and the trail.

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