Hiking Kauai | Kalepa Ridge Lihue - Secret Hike Only Locals Know!

Today we ventured out to find an amazing hike that is easily assessable by bus for those who want to save a little extra money or don't have a car. Kauai is known for its amazing nature and hiking since it is less populated than the other islands. If you are visiting Kauai and need something cool to add your vacation itinerary, we suggest hiking!

Kalepa Ridge in Hanamaulu, Lihue Kauai is a popular dirt bike, trail running, and hiking destination. We've gone to the top of Kalepa Ridge many times and use it primarily as a running route but we have never explored the rest of the ridgeline. It turned out to be an epic adventure.

Overall to hike the entire ridgeline it is about 9 to 10 miles depending on the route you take. Since these paths are mostly made by dirt bikers, they aren't real trails and are not well marked. It's easy to get lost up here. To ensure that you are headed in the right direction be sure to always be heading north or south depending which way you are hiking.

The good news about this hike is that it is scenic the entire time. You do not need to hike the full ridgeline to see some views. You can choose to only summit Kalepa or go as far on the ridgeline as you can. If you are looking for a convenient and customizable hike to add to your Kauai, Hawaii vacation, this hike is perfect for you.

Couple of things to keep in mind when choosing this hike:
Dirt Bikes are loud and come up quick, be on high alert and be ready to jump out of the way
The lava rock is very brittle and can easily break under your feet
Brings lots of water, we brought three liters and still ran out

We highly suggest checking out this hike if you are in the Lihue area. It was so easy to get to, fun, and full of adventure.

Thank you for watching,
Hannah and Richard

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