Kepuhi Beach

Kepuhi Beach, North Shore, Kauai, Hawaii

Turquoise waters and stretches of beach that you could walk on forever… round the bend to Tunnels or down the other way towards Wainiha!

Gentle tumbling waves close to shore ~ they break further out due to the reef and the water is shallow near the shore. The current can tend to pull strongly, so pay special attention not to float away as you swim out from the shore or go in the water further down the beach.

The sand here is on the softer side, larger granules and a little damp today. The challenge of the day was that my feet sunk like they were in quicksand while walking the beach and entering the water.

Great place to appreciate privacy and enjoy the changing shades of blue of the water from horizon to shore.

Amenities: Roadside Parking (could walk down the beach to the Napali Art Gallery and Coffee Shop at Hanalei Colony Resort)

Directions: Highway 560 through Hanalei, between mile marker and turn on Alealea, turn on Alamoo, parking is on sides of the road, please don’t block driveways. The paths to the beach are located on both ends of Alomoo Road and have signs to guide you.

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Secret Beach

Secret Beach, Kilauea, North Shore, Kauai, Hawaii also known as Kauapea Beach

WOW! I am stunned! This beach is amazing. Takes about a 5 - 7 minute hike down a steep trail to get there, but well worth the trip! [I wore sneakers and though the trail was covered in needles and leaves, it would have been navigable in slippers, aka flip flops, or sandals]. Trip back up takes about 7 to 10 minutes.

The water was rough, especially for summertime, so not a great swimming beach, but it was cool and refreshing to play in the water when it hit the shore. There was a pool that formed between the rocks that was great for the kids and wading.

The sand was soft and the beach was incredibly wide and stretched along the coastline ~ estimated between a mile and two miles. Sand was hot and my feet sunk when I walked, closer to the water it was sloped but firmer and easier to walk along.

Just sit back, relax and enjoy the outstanding views of the lighthouse and coastline.

This is definitely not one to be missed or skipped on your visit!

Amenities: Ample parking

Directions: Highway 56: turn on Kalihiwai Road* and take the first right (about .1 mile) onto a dirt road. Follow down to the parking area by the house. Path is at the end of the parking area to the left of the house. [*there are two Kalihiwai Roads, this is the first one when coming from Kilauea/Kapaa area]

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Anini Beach

Anini Beach, Kilauea, North Shore, Kauai, Hawaii

Anini has a fabulous long stretch of beach with minimal wave action due to the large reef offshore.

The soft sand, which is cooler by comparison to some other beaches, is easy to walk on.

Water is refreshing but shallow ~ great for wading and water activities like snorkeling and floating that that don't require big waves!

Amenities: Parking, Bathrooms, Picnic Benches, Shower, Grassy Area

Directions: Highway 56: turn Kalihiwai Road*, turn left on Anini Road and follow down to the beach [*there are two Kalihiwai Roads, this is the second one when coming from Kilauea/Kapaa areas and closer to Princeville]

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Kalihiwai Beach

Kalihiwai Beach, Kilauea, North Shore, Kauai, Hawaii

What a refreshing way to start a morning… a crescent of sand hugged by tropical Kauai flora and fauna!

Beautiful soft sand, great for walking, and gentle rolling waves today.

Cool water, comfortable temperature and still very refreshing.

Trees line the beach providing ample shade if that's what you like.

Amenities: parking along the road amongst the trees

Directions: Highway 56: turn on Kalihiwai Road and follow down to the beach [*there are two Kalihiwai Roads, this is the first one when coming from Kilauea/Kapaa area]

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Kekaha Beach MacArthur Park

MacArthur Park, Kekaha Beach, Kekaha, West Side, Kauai, Hawaii

I love a new discovery! Miles of beach and more of ocean to enjoy! Plus views of Niihau!

Sunny, Sunny, Sunny and hot as the west side is known to be.

The beach was super wide and super long with plenty of room to walk but the sand was definitely hot on the toes ~ this would be the perfect beach for walking on an overcast or rainy day.

Waves were mild and it appeared to get deep fairly quickly, but fine for me. The water was a wee bit on the warm side, still refreshing though.

Amenities: Parking, BBQ, bathrooms (port-o-potties), Picnic Bench Pavilions, Shower, grassy area, truck/vehicle access to beach

Directions: Highway 50 to Kekaha, Park is on the road, just past mile marker 27

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Tunnels Beach

Tunnels Beach, North Shore, Kauai, Hawaii

Silky soft sand and calm waters ~ known for its snorkeling and large reef close to the shore.

Fairly wide beach in between Haena Beach Park and the Hanalei Colony Resort, so you can walk forever if you like!

Great option when you are looking for for a dip in the water and just lounging around reading too.

Shady areas make it a great option for an all day stay!

Amenities: None [bathrooms, showers, parking, etc at Haena Beach Park just down the road]

Directions: Highway 560 to Hanalei, past mile market 8 and turn down either dirt road OR, follow directions to Haena Beach Park and walk to Tunnels

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Haena Beach

Haena Beach Park, Haena, North Shore, Kauai, Hawaii

I loved this one! Haena Beach Park to the left and Tunnels to the right (see next blog).

Haena Beach Park is almost to the end of the road and nestled in magnificent landscape with the Dry Caves across the street.

Steep slope to water and strong waves make swimming for the novice a challenge. In the summer, stroll about 1/2 mile down to the right toward Tunnels Beach for gentler swimming.

Sand gets hot and a section of the sand is formed by crushed shells ~ not painful, but invigorating for the feet. Big bonus is that my feet are super soft, feels like a free pedicure, from walking on the crushed shells!

Amenities: Plenty of Parking, Bathrooms, Covered Picnic Benches, Shower, * can be busy on the weekends and holidays

Directions: Highway 560 past Hanalei, just after mile marker 9 on your right is the park (if you get to Ke'e, you have gone too far)

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Kalapaki Beach

Kalapaki Bay Beach, Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii

One of my personal favorites! Great for swimming, lounging in the shade, a gentle stroll, reading away the afternoon…

Soft, level, comfortable sand, great walking plus gentle waves, perfect for swimming or just floating along.

Grassy areas and shade available too!

Amenities: Parking, Bathrooms, Marriott Shower

Directions: Rice Street to Nawiliwili Harbor, free public parking, pay parking or access via Marriott Resort

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Kealia Beach

Kealia Beach, Kapaa, Kauai, Hawaii

Long Stretch of beautiful soft sand and the perfect place to see the Sunrise on Kauai!

The beach is wide enough for everyone to have a space and you can walk forever (though sand tends to sink a little when walking).

Rolling waves makes for popular surf spot but more challenging swimming.

Amenities: Ample parking, Bathrooms, Picnic Bench Pavilians, Shower

Directions: Highway 56 just North of Kapaa

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Glass Beach

Glass Beach, Port Allen, Kauai, Hawaii

What a unique find… a beach that includes both light and black sand and glass. Sounds painful, right? Not at all!

The smattering of beach glass is softened and beautiful smoothed by the ocean waters over time. Colors will vary, with amber and clear being the most prevalent, but fabulous greens and blues exist as well.

Not a great beach to spend the day or swim, but worth a stop to see the glass!

The glass varies daily, my visit it was just teeny tiny pieces of glass, but on some days, it is amazing larger pieces ~ great for jewelry and keepsakes.

*I will definitely be heading back for a bigger glass day and photo.

Amenities: Parking

Directions: Highway 50 to Port Allen, turn on Waiaolo Road, turn left on Aka Ula Street (it will turn into a dirt road) parking area is up ahead when you see the ocean.

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Hanalei Beach

Hanalei Beach, Hanalei, North Shore, Kauai, Hawaii

Beautiful soft sand and rolling waves… Wide beach that stretches for miles!

Sand is soft but not difficult to walk on and views of the mountains and Princeville are astounding!

My favorite beach for swimming, walking, and just lounging around reading and watching surfers & paddle boarders.

Amenities: Ample parking, Bathrooms, Covered and open area Picnic Benches, Shower

Directions: Highway 560 to Hanalei, turn on Aku Road, turn right on Weke Road, parking area is on your left.

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