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Kauai's Best Beaches

Kauai’s coastline offers diverse geological features, from the protected lagoons of Ke'e and Tunnels on the North Shore to the dramatic lithified cliffs of Shipwreck Beach in the south. The island hosts unique formations like Queen's Bath, a natural tide pool carved into lava rock, and the expansive Hanalei Bay. While North Shore beaches like 'Anini provide calm waters sheltered by one of Hawaii's largest reefs, the remote shores of the Na Pali Coast, such as Kalalau and Hanakapiʻai, are accessible only by rugged trails or boat.

Kauai's Best Beaches — Kaart

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Ke'e Beach

A must do for fans of snorkeling! The lagoon is perfect even for beginners - it's shallow and protected.

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Tunnels Beach

Marvelous beach that looks like from a postcard. Also, the lagoon is great for snorkeling, scuba diving and swimming.

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Hanalei Beach

Hanalei Bay is the largest bay on the north shore of Kauaʻi island in Hawaii. The town of Hanalei is at the midpoint of the bay.

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Queen's Bath

The Queen's Bath is a unique ocean pool on the island of Kauaʻi, Hawaii. The ocean pool is formed by lava rock and next to multiple lagoons.

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'Anini Beach

Anini Beach is a beach located on the north shore of Kauai, Hawaii. It is well known for its excellent windsurfing and views of the large…

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Shipwreck Beach

Located in Poipu, this beach features the Makawehi Lithified Cliffs, ancient limestone formations. Strong shorebreaks and currents make the water better suited for experienced surfers than swimmers.

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Lumahaʻi Beach

Lumahaʻi Beach is a beach on the north shore of Kauai, Hawaii. Situated at the mouth of Lumahaʻi River, is accessed along Hawaii Route 560…

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Kalalau Beach

Kalalau Beach is a beach on the Nā Pali Coast at the base of the Kalalau Valley in north-west Kauaʻi in Hawaiʻi.

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Hanakapiʻai Beach

Accessible via a two-mile hike on the Kalalau Trail, this Na Pali Coast beach features sea caves and a stream outlet. Powerful rip currents and high surf make swimming here extremely dangerous.

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Hideaways Beach

Limited parking and steep climb ensure that this place remains a peaceful heaven. Enjoy your private paradise here!

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Kauapea Beach

Secret Beach, officially known as Kauapea Beach, is a beach in Kalihiwai and Kīlauea on the north shore of the island of Kauai, Hawaii.

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Moloaʻa Beach

Moloaʻa Bay is on the northeast shore on the island of Kauaʻi in Hawaii.

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Pakala Beach

Also known as 'Infinities,' this west-side beach is famous for its long, peeling left-hand surf break. The shoreline consists of gray sand and a rocky bottom, shaded by large trees.

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Barking Sands Beach

The Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands is a U.S. naval facility and airport located five nautical miles northwest of the central…

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Salt Pond Beach

Lifeguarded beach popular mostly with locals. Good place to enjoy swimming in the sea: the reef protects the beach from currents.