The Campuhan Ridge Walk is Ubud's best-loved stroll, a paved path of about two kilometers that follows a grassy ridge between two river valleys on the western edge of town. It leads gradually out of the busy center into open country, ending among the rice fields and small cafes of Bangkiang Sidem, where village life carries on much as it has for generations.
The walk begins near Pura Gunung Lebah, a temple at the confluence of the Wos rivers. Campuhan means confluence, and meeting points of rivers are considered spiritually powerful in Bali. Local tradition holds that the holy man Rsi Markandeya meditated here on his journey across the island, and that the area's healing plants gave Ubud its name, from ubad, meaning medicine.
From the temple, the path climbs onto the ridge, lined with tall grass and palms, with jungle falling away on both sides. There is little shade, so early morning or late afternoon is best. Beyond the ridge, the road continues through Bangkiang Sidem, where terraced paddies, farm shrines and simple warungs offer a pleasant place to rest before walking back.
Highlights
- Ridge path between two river valleys
- Pura Gunung Lebah at the river confluence
- Rice fields of Bangkiang Sidem
- Easy walk from central Ubud
Good to know
- Start early; the ridge has almost no shade by mid-morning.
- Carry water and a hat, especially in the dry season.
- Respect Pura Gunung Lebah at the start; enter only in a sarong and sash.
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