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Polihale Beach Trail
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PHOTOS |
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FACTS |
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Difficulty Rating:
Easy to
Moderate |
Best Time To Go:
All year. The winter, from November
through March, is best for walking,
since the beach can be extremely hot
at other times. However, the surf is
big in the wintertime. |
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Distance:
Wander as long and as far as you
like, up to 17 miles one way. |
Recommended Map:
You can get information on Polihale
Beach State Park from The Division
of State Parks (3060 Elwa St. # 306 Lihue, HI
96766 - 808-274-3433) |
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Estimated Time:
Varies |
Trail Head GPS:
N 22 05.223 W 159 45.310 |
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Elevation Gain:
0 to 200 feet |
Trail Head
Directions:
From Waimea, take Hwy. 50 west to
the end of the paved road. The beach
is located just past the Pacific
Missile Range Facility. A sign
points to a dirt cane hauling road
that bears to the left, Continue
straight on the dirt road for 5
miles to Polihale. The State Park is
at the north end of the beach. This
road is rough and covered with
potholes. If your driving a rental
car, review your rental agreement
before taking a ride to Polihale,
and do not drive on the beach. A
four wheel drive vehicle is best.
After taking the fork to the left of
the monkey pod tree, park your car
and head north. |
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Costs/Permits:
No permits are required to visit or
hike. To camp on the beach, you need
a permit from the Division of
Forestry & Wildlife. The fee is $15
per person per night. |
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Pet Friendly:
No |
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OVERVIEW |
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This idyllic beach stood in for Bali Hai in
the movie South Pacific, so its no wonder
that many locals call it their favorite spot
on Kauai. Given that the beach road is poor,
and signage skimpy, you may get the sense
they want to keep it to themselves. The
vast, isolated beach, stretching for 17
miles, boasts sweeping dunes, wild surf, and
no crowds. Its the states longest beach and
one of the most serene and picturesque.
Enjoy a walk on this magical beach, in the
shadows of the Na Pali coast...... |
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NOTE:
For more detailed information and maps on
this or any other hike in Hawaii we highly
recommend for purchase the Kauai Hiking book
at this website:
click here |
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