Pedal to the Meadow bicycle race

Pedal to the Meadow is the USA Cycling-sanctioned bicycle hill climb race on Kaua`i. It starts on the west side of the island and climbs along the Waimea Canyon rim up to the Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow in Koke`e State Park. It’s a scenic and challenging climb that starts at hot dry sea level and ends deep in the cool wet upland forest of the Garden Island’s interior. Distance = 15.75 miles; Elevation gain = 3,835 feet. Entry fee varies. Drivers, please share the road with aloha! [photo: R. Collins]