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since its closure in 1999. Concrete remnants of old mill buildings front an old pier
in Olowalu, and a mill smokestack still stands along the road in Kipahulu.
Tropical Gardens of Maui
As you make your way up the road toward 'Iao Valley, you'll notice the
Tropical Gardens
of Maui
(200 'Iao Valley Rd., 808/244-2085,
www.tropicalgardensofmaui.com
,
9am-4:30pm daily, $5) on the right side of the road. What separates this garden from the
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens in Kahului is that not only is the foliage incredibly lush, but
there is also a nursery which is authorized to export plants. What this means is that not
only can you spend 30-40 minutes taking a self-guided tour through the tropical surround-
ings, but if you have a garden at home and would like to import some tropical species, you
can speak with the nursery staff about bringing a piece of the surroundings home with you.
the Bailey House Museum
