Hawaii State Highway 200
Saddle Road (Hawaii State Highway 200) is a road that traverses the width of the island of Hawai‘i, from just west of Hilo to a point about 30 miles north of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. The 45-mile road is considered one of the most dangerous paved roads in the state, with many one-lane bridges and areas of marginally maintained pavement. It reaches a maximum height of 6,632 feet and is subject to fog and low visibility. Many rental car companies prohibit use of their cars on Saddle Road. Nevertheless, it provides the only access to the slopes of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa.
Communities served Hilo Waimea (10 miles north)
Intersections with other highways Hawaii State Highway 190 about 10 miles south of Waimea.
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