Cyclist throwing a shaka above Waimea Canyon

17th Annual · Sunday, May 30, 2027

Pedal to the Meadow

Race from hot, sunny sea level in Kekaha to the cool mountain forest of Kokeʻe State Park — 15.75 miles up the rim of Waimea Canyon.

Kekaha → Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow · Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi

The Climb

Over the hills and through the woods

Pedal to the Meadow is the USA Cycling–sanctioned hill climb on the island of Kauaʻi, presented by Bicycle Racing Kauaʻi. The course starts on the west side at sea level and climbs along the Waimea Canyon rim to Kanaloahuluhulu Meadow in Kokeʻe State Park.

It’s scenic, challenging, and unlike any race in Hawaiʻi — hot and dry at the bottom, cool and misty at the top. Come race it, then stay for the post-race picnic and awards in the meadow.

Full Race Details

Two riders racing beneath a rainbow — Kevin Kawainui and Joe Funk battle somewhere under the rainbow.

Racers shaded by canyon walls — Canyon walls shade racers in the first section.

Rider flashing a shaka at the finish line — Shaka! A finish-line signature move.

Lead group of riders climbing — The lead group settles into the climb.

Registration

Sign up — no race-day registration

Register online at BikeReg.com/P2M. A USA Cycling annual or one-day license is required for all riders and can be purchased during registration. Sign up before April 1 to guarantee your T-shirt size.

Early Entry $50 Online before April 1

Regular Entry $55 Online before May 1

Late Entry $65 By the Wednesday before the race

Race Weekend

Make a weekend of it

Saturday

Packet Pick-Up

Get your race number and sign your waiver, 10 am – 2 pm. First-timers are strongly encouraged to come — you’ll get critical race info.

Race details →

Sunday

Race Day

Check-in from 6:30 am at Kekaha Neighborhood Center. Riders’ meeting 7:45 am at the start line. Race starts at 8 am sharp, followed by the post-race picnic and awards in the meadow.

Race-day timetable →

Monday

Group Ride

Relaxed 40-mile group spin (with shorter options) along the east side and north shore, with a smoothie stop. Everyone’s welcome.

Travel + Fun →

Group of cyclists at a North Shore overlook — Spectacular North Shore views on Monday’s casual group spin.

Visiting Racers

Traveling to Kauaʻi?

We’ve got you covered: where to rent a road bike, where to stay near the start (and the finish!), and where cyclists gather to carbo-load the night before.

Plan Your Trip

Support the Sport

We need you!

P2M is 100% volunteer-run. Help at the start line, an aid station, or the finish — or support the race as a sponsor. It’s fun, and you get a front-row view of the action.

Volunteer or Sponsor