Bike/walking path, east side.

Question

Does anyone know how far north to south the path goes? I know for sure it's along the ocean at the Waipouli Beach resort. On a satellite view, it looks like it might go as far south as the Kauai Shores hotel. Not sure.

Thanks.

Answer

The east side coastal path on Kauai—officially called the Ke Ala Hele Makalae (“The Path that Goes by the Coast”)—is one of the nicest, easiest oceanfront walks or bike rides on the island. It’s well-paved, flat, and offers constant ocean views, plus easy access points from several hotels and parking areas.

To answer your main question: the completed and continuous section on the east side currently runs from just north of Lydgate Beach Park all the way up through Kapaa and onward to the northern end at Ahihi Point (near Kealia Beach). This gives you a beautiful, uninterrupted stretch several miles long.

Here’s a breakdown of where the path actually runs and what you can expect from each section:

Southernmost point (Lydgate Beach Park area) – The path begins around the Lydgate area, just south of the Wailua River. It does not yet extend all the way to Kauai Shores Hotel, though the hotel is close—you can easily walk a short sidewalk stretch to reach the official path.
Waipouli Beach Resort area – Yes, the path absolutely runs in front of and just makai (toward the ocean) of this property. This is one of the easiest access points.
Kapaa Town – The path continues seamlessly through Kapaa with ocean views, parks, food trucks, and restroom stops along the way.
Kealia Beach to Ahihi Point – The northern extension runs alongside Kealia Beach and then climbs slightly to a bluff with sweeping ocean views. The official endpoint today is Ahihi Point.

Distance-wise, the continuous portion is roughly 7 to 8 miles one way, depending on where you start in the south. You can walk shorter sections or bike the whole thing in under an hour.

If you're staying on the east side, it’s incredibly easy to hop on and enjoy a sunrise walk, a cruisy bike ride, or even jog sections of it. It’s well used by visitors and locals alike but rarely feels crowded except near Kapaa on weekends.

In short: the path does not extend all the way to Kauai Shores, but it’s very close, and you can access the main paved section with only a brief connection walk. From Waipouli north to Ahihi Point, the route along the ocean is fully accurate on satellite views.