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Na Pali
State Park Beaches
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PHOTOS |
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OVERVIEW |
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There are
5 major sand beaches within the Park. They
are: Hanakapiai Beach, Honopu Beach, Kalalau
Beach, Milolii Beach & Nualolo Beach. Only 2
(Hanakapiai and Kalalau) are accessible by
land. All of the 5 beaches are unguarded &
can be extremely dangerous.
Hanakapiai Beach
Located 2 miles from Kee beach, a ninety
minute walk for most hikers. One of Kauai's
most popular wilderness day hike
destinations. Recreational swimmers and
snorkelers should exercise caution -
dangerous water conditions year round.
Honopu Beach
Inaccessible by land and impossibly
magical, this treasure of a beach has
ensured the scenery of many films, among
them King Kong, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and
South Pacific. The most
picturesque of all the Na Pali Beaches - a
pair of beaches separated by a huge lava
arch. A waterfall drops from the Honopu
Valley floor to the beach. During the winter
and spring, high surf often completely
inundates the twin beaches.
Kalalau Beach
Located at the end of the Kalalau trail. A
six to ten hour walk for most hikers -
Kalalau Beach is the most famous wilderness
shoreline hiking destination in Hawaii. The
beach is long and wide and backed by low,
vegetated sand dunes. Swimming during
periods of calm seas, mainly in the summer.
Dangerous water conditions prevail during
the winter and spring months.
Milolii Beach
Milolii is located approximately 4 miles
from the western end of the beach at
Polihale State Park - accessible only by
boat (May 15 - September 15). A long,
stretch of sand fronted by a reef offering
excellent snorkeling in calm seas. One of
the best shoreline beaches in Hawaii - a
beachcomber's delight! During the winter and
spring, powerful waves preclude all boat
landings.
Nualolo Beach
Located about 2-1/2 miles west of Honopu
beach, with no overland access - accessible
by boat only (May 15 - September 15). A
long, narrow beach offering excellent
snorkeling and scuba diving. Good leeward
anchorage for large boats except during
periods of high surf in the winter months. |
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ACTIVITIES &
AMENITIES |
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Swimming: |
Yes:
when very calm |
Bathrooms: |
No |
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Snorkeling: |
No |
Picnic
Benches: |
No |
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Scuba
Diving: |
No |
Showers: |
No |
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Surfing: |
No |
BBQ
Pits: |
No |
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Windsurfing: |
No |
Water
Fountain: |
No |
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Kiteboarding: |
No |
Lifeguard: |
No |
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Bodysurfing: |
No |
Camping: |
Yes;
More Info |
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DIRECTIONS |
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11 mile
coastal Kalalau trail begins at Kee Beach
located in Haena State Park at the end of
Kuhio Hwy (Hwy 56) on Kauai's north shore. |
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PLEASE NOTE |
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While
Hawaii's beaches can bring much enjoyment,
it is always a good practice to use common
sense while visiting them. Please be aware
of the wave & wind conditions before going
into the water. Mornings are usually best
for swimming, snorkeling or diving. Have
respect for the strength of the waves and be
aware that high surf can come up at any
time. NEVER turn your back to the ocean.
Be careful when exploring any rocky
shorelines. Waves can crash on the rocks and
knock you over easily, and the rocks may
also be sharp when walking on them.
When snorkeling or scuba diving, please have
respect for ocean life, and remember that
the coral reef is alive too. Avoid standing
on or touching if at all possible. |
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