Kanepu'u Trail

North Central Lanai

This area was first preserved by George Munro in the early 1900's. Munro was a conservationist at heart and was brought to the island to shift the ranch holdings of the Lanai Company from sheep to cattle.

Later the area was established as an official preserve to protect endemic species such as the endangered and rare Sandalwood tree and Hawaiian gardenia.

A self-guided trail runs through the preserve with interpretive plaques and educational information.

Useful Information:

Stay on the trail to protect the endangered foliage
Do not remove any plants or seeds
Do not introduce any new plants or seeds to the area
Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and use sun screen
No facilities available

DIRECTIONS:
Take Highway 440 North out of Lanai City. You will pass the Lodge at Koele. A rock sign on the right side of the road points toward the Garden of the Gods. Turn left here on Polihua Road between the tennis courts and the horse stables. Past the stables the road becomes dirt. Turn right at the next large "intersection" and continue north-west to the site. The preserve is located before you reach the Garden of the Gods.