We spent two different days on the Hanalei Beach. It is so large that depending where you set up you can choose small to large waves. The area in the middle of the bay by the life guard tower had larger waves for body surfing and towards the pier the waves were smaller for children to play in. The beach is pretty clean for the most part. We were there during Presidents weekend and the beach was crowded near the pier but we still had a great time.
A very busy beach as it's iconic. Very nice to stop to watch a sunset here or pack a picnic. We usually walk to the end of the pier and snap photos. Great beginner surfing in the area with consistent waves. Great place for families.
Beautiful beach and a must see however parking is limited. Go at least to see the wet cave and the dry cave.
We recently rented a beautiful beachfront home right across the street from Hanalei beach and pier and it was spectacular! The views from sundown to sunset were always magnificent, and the beach was always clean and never crowded. Our twin grandsons totally enjoyed their daily time in the water and playing in the sand. Nice to have lifeguards on duty as well. You can pop into scenic "downtown" Hanalei in a matter of minutes to buy lunch to go from a number of delicious eateries. Or--get an ice cream at Pinks!!
Ok I didn't stay in any hotel motel etc just stayed on the beach that's what I'm reviewing! One stunning adventure after another- from the diving birds on the north shore cliffs to the river surfing where it hits the sea - to the dragon's- back of the actual Hanalei( home to Puff the Magic Dragon) even the Taro fields accentuating the ancient Hawaiians staple food were just fascinating and unforgettable. All this while swimming and snorkeling at 75 degrees year- round and sun kist bodies all around We'd ride stop at any beach to surf swim or picnik. Kauai is a place of laid- back charm magic and excitement - so unlike the city atmosphere of Honolulu - pure Hawaii in the country - A total thumbs up. Aloha is fluently spoken here
Maybe you were too young, or maybe you never even saw the movie; but this is the spot, the fabled "Bali Hai" and there is no other beach like it in the world! Beautiful arc of white sand, gentle, shallow wading for hundreds of feet from shore, but still with real ride-able surf beyond. Oh, and the view! Lush forest behind, with the magical mountains to your left. AND a wade-able little river with a clear, cool stream of fresh water feeding the sea, just right for a post-ocean rinse. Wow - even decent bathrooms and a pier.
I camped here while visting Kauai. What is really nice is that you are so close to Hanalei for dinner or anything you might need, but for $5 you can throw your tent down on the beach and listen to waves wash in. The showers here have a cover, but they are a far cry from a hot hotel shower and the bathrooms left a bit to be desired. The downside to camping anywhere in Hawaii is the Roosters at 4am. I felt very safe and everyone at the park was friendly. I had emailed the park board about a permit and they informed me to just buy one from the ranger in the park for $5 instead of $3 from the office or ahead of time. The problem is that there is no ranger constantly at the park, they come though in the evening and shortly after the roosters start crowing... The ranger who sold me a permit in the morning was a bit surly, but the sun wasn't up yet. Beautiful park.. with multi million dollar houses along the bay. You can wake up and go to bed with the same view and experience for only $5.
In the weeks we spent there the locals said there was epic surf and it surely looked like it. Can get crowded on the eastern end but just a short walk west is well worth the effort.
My favorite beach on the island! This is where I wanted to go each day. Just could not get over that stunning view of the mountains. Nice, wide beach and just spectacular!
当时我们住的是一个朋友的家,就在Hanalei海湾入口的对街上。如今每每回想,心中仍有别样的感觉。Kauai(可爱岛)真的有一种魔力,尤其是它郁郁葱葱的北岸,以这篇海滩为最。这里你可以看冲浪者冲浪,可以散步,无所事事的发呆。我们在比较安静的西端休息,但去栈桥散步和回去的时候,看到热闹地带一家大小们玩得开心,也觉得很热闹。当时的水对我来说太凉了,没有游泳和浮潜,所以不予置评。