Beaches

Kauai’s alluring southern coastline features a series of unusual reef formations and white sand beaches, each with its own shoreline environment. Swimming, boogie boarding, surfing, snorkeling and scuba diving are all found within a one mile stretch of coastline. Poipu Beach Park is considered among the safest in Hawaii, with a lifeguard on duty seven days a week. However, you should always check ocean conditions before entering and never be in the ocean alone. For the most up-to-date ocean conditions and safety tips, visit www.kauaiexplorer.com. Some Kauai beaches do not have trash receptacles, so please help us keep Kauai clean – bring your trash with you when you leave. Mahalo.

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To the west of Poipu Beach is Baby Beach, a sweet little protected cove perfect for very young children. This…

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Located at the eastern end of Poipu Beach Park, Brennecke’s Beach is known for its easy to catch body boarding…

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Further to the west on Spouting Horn Road is Lawai Beach, a delightful snorkeling spot fronted by a resort of…

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Further to the east is Mahaulepu Beach, a gorgeous and idyllic stretch of golden sand that feels truly remote. Mahaulepu…

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The most popular beach on the South Shore is Poipu Beach, which is fronted by Poipu Beach Park, and a…

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Another lovely beach is Shipwreck’s Beach, a long stretch of golden sand on the eastern end of Poipu. Shipwreck’s Beach…

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