But theres something special about a hidden beach or secret beach. Our kauai map reveals each magnificent stretch of sand andor coastal area to experience on your kauai vacation. Kauapea beach, also known as secret beach or secrets, is a large yet secluded north shore hideaway with deep, soft sand guarded by towering, palm treelined sea cliffs. Maps and directions to secret beach kauapea beach secrets in kauai kilauea, hawaii. Additional kauai maps will be added as soon as possible.
In eastside places, north shore places, places, south shore places, west kauai places by makana charters march 8, 2020. Detailed and highresolution maps of kauai island, usa for free download. Located between kalihiwai and kilauea town, it is also known as kauapea beach. Located on the south shore of kauai, poipu beach park is about as kidfriendly as they come. Text call 7am 7pm kauai time 8088222846 808 vacation quick links. Regis hotel and hanalei bay resort, this beach boasts incredible views of hanalei bay and bali hai.
One of kauais most breathtaking beaches is one you cant see from the highway. Accessible via a 10minute, steep hike, it is a long goldensand beach with a small waterfall. Kauai is a true coastal paradise with 50 miles of white sand beaches, clear tropical waters, and a near perfect climate. On the map it looks like there are a couple different stretches of kalihiwai. A great beach for snorkeling in the summertime, and it has breathtaking mountain scenery. From tiny towns with less than 500 residents to booming communities of more than 40,000 residents, we absolutely adore the charming beachside towns that have formed. Learn about poipu beach with a map of the best beaches and resorts in kauai. Kauapea beach this might be the most wellknown of kauais hidden beaches, nicknamed secret beach. Occupying 552 square miles, kauai is circular in shape with lush, mountainous regions in its center and beaches covering almost half its shoreline. While this south kauai beach has received some press in recent years, thats no reason to steer clear of it. Interactive, current map of kauai, specifically the east side area known as the royal coconut coast. It is the perfect spot to visit after a rain storm, as the waterfalls by the lava formations are at there strongest at this time.
Secret beach kauai all you need to know before you go. For most though, when thinking of all the fabulous amenities that princeville has to offer, beaches dont typically top their list. The hidden beaches road trip that will show you hawaii like never before. Poipu beach park prince kuhio salt pond kekaha beach polihale na pali coast lumahai kee makua anini kauapea beach explorer swim at lifeguarded beaches ask lifeguards for safety and swimming tips. Well, you may be surprised to discover that there are several hidden beach gems along princevilles cliffside. Tunnels haena state park sits at the far western end of the north shore. This site needs to store information on your computer in the form of cookies to work. Kauais mustsee treasures and hidden attractions sfgate. Around most of the island, just a few steps in to the water, you will find clear snorkeling and diving full of tropical fish and an abundance of other ocean life. Secret beach kauai is a private paradise you have to hike. I am planning on hitting kauai in september this year and really want to see this beach.
Take a road trip to the 10 best hidden beaches in hawaii. Beaches activities attractions properties condo resort map. Kauai is hawaiis fourth largest island and is nicknamed the garden isle, which is an entirely accurate description. The results are cliffs thousands of feet high, complete with green valleys, towering waterfalls and hidden sea caves. Theres no shortage of gorgeous beaches and parks to explore on kauai, but poipu beach park is one of the best. Large kauai island maps for free download and print high. Kauai, also known as kauai, is an island in the hawaiian archipelago and is reportedly the oldest of its kind in the region. No resorts, no crowdsjust serenity and picturesque seascapes.
The beach is known for its size, seclusion, and beauty. These breathtaking cliffs can only be seen from the sea, by air or by hiking the kalalau trail. Interactive map of kauai and the royal coconut coast. My wife and i are headed to kauai feb 812 and are hidden beach seekers. Geologically the oldest of the eight inhabited islands, wave erosion over millions of years has resulted in a multitude of hidden and not so hidden white sand beaches around kauai. If you are vacationing in kauai you might want to know where the top 10 kauai beaches are. Find downloadable kauai maps, travel information and more. I know the n shore seas are rougher than the south but was thinking hidden beach would be protected. This beach is considered dangerous for swimming because it is not protected from the reef. Hiking to kauais secluded secret beach hawaii magazine. We are staying within walking distance of hidden beach. The kauai explorer staff are promoting disinformation about the subject of nudity in hawaii.
The most tranquil and secluded beach in hawaii is hidden at the end of a dirt road and requires a harrowing hike down a steep trail. Kauai is kind of the last bastion of fighters, says sheila donnelly theroux, a luxury publicist on oahu and wife of writer paul theroux whose family has lived in hawaii for four. No matter where you are on the island, youre bound to find. Kauai beach map nearby beaches areas activities nearby attractions show on map. Kauais 90 miles of shoreline has more beaches per mile than any others in the hawaiian chain. Also known as kauapea beach, secret beach see more photos is not exactly secret, but it takes a bit more effort to get to it. It has picturesque scenery so you will surely be able to relax and have an ease of mind here. Once you reach the bottom the trail opens up to this beautiful beach. Read on for the best and most beautiful secluded beach spots in kauai. Travel guide to touristic destinations, museums and architecture in kauai island. This map shows what transit could actually look like in san jose. The oldest and northernmost island in the hawaiian chain is draped in emerald valleys, sharp mountain spires and jagged cliffs, aged by time and the elements.
Kauai beaches are famous for long stretches of secluded white sand, warm turquoise waters and tropical backdrops. Only nudity where the sunbather intends to affront or alarm is illegal. From whale watching to snorkeling to hiking into hidden waterfalls, there are so many exciting. The water at secret beach is subjected to strong currents. View pictures, activities, beaches, hotels, and more. Hanalei bay is a crescentshaped shoreline located on the north shore of kauai. Hopefully the list provided below will bring you a new discovery of kauai s north shore. It is no secret that secret beach is one of the most secluded beaches on kauai. Tunnels beach is located next to haena beach, but there is no parking and we recommend you park at haena beach parking and walk down the beach.
Pdf packet now additionally includes a kauai beaches map. The wide and long stretch of beach is met with some boulders from ancient lava rocks and you can see the iconic kilauea lighthouse in the distance. Though the exact meaning of the place name kauai is hidden in antiquity, today the. Exploring the island of kauai, hawaii including amazing secret beach. Kauapea beach, also known as secret beach, is a secluded beach that can only be accessed via hiking trails, which is why it is less frequented by tourists. On march 23, 2008 post and july 15, 2008 post they state nudity is illegal. Lihue, the east side coconut coast, the north shore, the south shore and the west side. We will be there at the end of janbeginning of feb. It is no surprise that kauais beaches are voted amongst the top beaches on the planet. Please choose from one of the lifeguarded beaches for swimming and snorkeling. Map of kauai, hi hotels and motels click any colored area to see kauai hotels in that area. The rewards for those who venture to it, though, are well worth the effort. No road leads to it, but a 1015minute hike gets you here. Mouseover and click on kauai beach icons to view individual beach info and directions.
A small beach and untouched valley surrounded by towering cliffs, nualolo kai is not only home to a large barrier reef, but also to one of the most extensive and wellpreserved archaeological sites in all of hawaii. One of kauai s most breathtaking beaches is one you cant see from the highway. Kauais interior is very mountainous with steep canyons and. Secret beach, officially known as kauapea beach, is a beach in kalihiwai, hawaii, on the north shore of the island of kauai. Planning a budget traveling trip gabes guide to budget travel is. Nualolo kai is the site of an ancient hawaiian fishing village.
Book kauai activities need help planning or to book. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible yearround. Punaluu beach on hawaii island, and poipu beach on kauai. Far from the downtown crowds of waikiki, kauais kauapea beach, also known as secret beach, or secrets, has no parking lot or snack huts, but is worth the trek thanks to an expansive and usually empty. Well, thats what kalalau beach on kauais west coast is. Hopefully the list provided below will bring you a new discovery of kauais north shore. The kauaicondos map is really neat, but not surprisingly, some. An adventure to spectacular secret beach, kauai, hawaii. Of all of the beaches on major islands in the hawaiian chain, kauai beaches are the most numerous and definitely some of hawaiis best ones. Secret beach kauai 2020 all you need to know before. Hike to the waterfalls at kauais secret beach, secret beach. Check the surf report before heading out and stay safe. One of the most secluded beaches on kauai, kauapea is located between kalihiwai and kilauea.
The best beaches in kauai kauai beaches ilovehawaii. It is the fourth largest in hawaii and the 21st largest in the united states of america. Lots of folks have asked we put a few of our kauai maps online and now we have. All of these maps can also be purchased from us as high resolution 330dpi psd printready files. Map details include information like, sand quality, surfing, and whether or not it is a good beach for small children. Top 10 kauai beaches with kauai map makanas local guide. The main beach here is tunnels, a small bay with shallow water that is perfect for snorkeling in the summer months, and a prime spot for surfers to test their might in the winter.
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