We rented bikes at Coconut Coasters, which is located at one of the entrances to the path. The staff (Angelo and Spark) are very friendly and informative. We rode the length of the path several times during the course of the day. We also took a side trip to Spalding Monument, a ride recommended to us by Spark and a fellow tourist. The ride to the Monument involves a steady uphill climb for a couple of miles (the first part being quite steep) on Kealia Road. Kealia Road is located at the crosswalk of Kealia Beach. There's an old post office on the corner.
The Monument, built to honor a former plantation manager, isn't much to see. The plaques have been removed. The surrounding mountains, however, are impressive. This is a nice area for a picnic. Rex and I spent a couple of hours reading here.
After descending Keilia Road, we headed to TNT Steakburgers, located in the parking lot of Kojima's Store on Kuhio Highway in Kapa'a. This is a solar-powered food truck that serves up a good burger. We took our burgers and onion rings back to Ke Ala Hele Makalae, and found a shady spot to dine in.
Our picnic spot
We ended the day by going to Opaeka'a Falls. The Falls are located in Wailua. The lovely Wailua River runs through this area.
Though the Falls were rather dry during our visit, the lookout boasts many very colorful flowers.
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