Kauai

Beaches on Kauai

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10 beaches

Parking difficulty is a metadata-based heuristic on a 1-5 scale, where 1 is easiest and 5 is hardest.

Beach☀️ Morning🌤️ Midday🌅 EveningLifeguardParking 1-5FacilitiesCoordinates
Kekaha Beach Park

Kauai South Shore

Overcast75°
4.7-4.7ft
Sunny80°
4.9-4.9ft
Partly Cloudy79.1°
5-5ft
Yes4/5-
21.9717° N
159.7316° W
Salt Pond Beach Park

Kauai South Shore

Overcast75°
5.8-5.8ft
Sunny79.3°
5.8-5.8ft
Patchy rain nearby77°
6.2-6.2ft
Yes4/5-
21.9003° N
159.6080° W
Poipu Beach Park

Kauai South Shore

Overcast75°
6.3-6.3ft
Sunny79.3°
6.5-6.5ft
Patchy rain nearby77°
6.9-6.9ft
Yes4/5-
21.8732° N
159.4550° W
Lydgate Pond

Kauai East Shore

Overcast75.9°
7.1-7.1ft
Sunny77.4°
7.7-7.7ft
Patchy rain nearby76.5°
8.3-8.3ft
Yes4/5-
22.0414° N
159.3350° W
Lydgate Beach

Kauai East Shore

Overcast75.9°
7.1-7.1ft
Sunny77.4°
7.7-7.7ft
Patchy rain nearby76.5°
8.3-8.3ft
Yes4/5-
22.0414° N
159.3350° W
Kealia Beach Park

Kauai East Shore

Overcast75.9°
7-7ft
Sunny77.4°
7.6-7.6ft
Patchy rain nearby76.5°
8.2-8.2ft
Yes4/5-
22.0957° N
159.3060° W
Anahola Beach Park

Kauai East Shore

Overcast75.9°
7-7ft
Sunny77.4°
7.6-7.6ft
Patchy rain nearby76.5°
8.2-8.2ft
Yes4/5-
22.1476° N
159.3040° W
Hanalei Bay

Kauai North Shore

Overcast75°
6.6-6.6ft
Patchy rain nearby76.9°
7.2-7.2ft
Patchy rain nearby75.4°
7.7-7.7ft
Yes4/5-
22.2072° N
159.4970° W
Haʻena Beach Park

Kauai North Shore

Overcast75°
6.5-6.5ft
Patchy rain nearby76.9°
7-7ft
Patchy rain nearby75.4°
7.5-7.5ft
Yes4/5-
22.2203° N
159.5661° W
Keʻe Beach

Kauai North Shore

Overcast75°
6.1-6.1ft
Patchy rain nearby76.9°
6.4-6.4ft
Patchy rain nearby75.4°
6.7-6.7ft
No4/5-
22.2204° N
159.5830° W

About Kauai Beaches

Kauai beaches are renowned for their stunning natural beauty and offer breathtaking views of the ocean, cliffs, and lush greenery. With a variety of beaches to choose from, ranging from secluded coves to long stretches of sand, Kauai caters to different preferences.

The beaches on the north shore are particularly well known for their large waves and strong currents, which attract surfers from around the world. Clear waters and vibrant coral reefs make them ideal for snorkeling and scuba diving.

Whether you want to surf, snorkel, or simply enjoy the beauty of the island, Kauai has a beach that will meet your needs.