The distance to Lepaera from Gracias is 15 km on the road that leads to Santa Rosa de Copán Access is paved but dangerous curves necessitate caution.

It is considered an "autochthonous" settlement since 1538 with inhabitants such as Lencas, Toltecas or Chorties Indians, it is believed that these people came from the region of "Cuscatlán" in El Salvador.

It has sub tropical and pine forests on the highest parts, but the weather in the departmental capital is warm due to deforesting.

Its boundaries are: Planting, gathering, and processing of coffee grains represents the most important commercial activity of this municipality.

Also there are several locations where the tourist can buy homemade ground coffee, known as "Café de Palo", which is very aromatic and has a great taste.