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Hanalei & Hanalei Bay
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Hanalei & Hanalei Bay

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Hanalei Bay, the largest bay on Kauaʻi, is bordered by a white sand beach approximately two miles long and 125 feet wide. The beach is located between Hanalei River to the east and Waipa River to the west. Three rivers, Hanalei, Waiʻoli, and Waipa, cross the beach, mixing some stream-carried sediment into the beach sand at the east and west ends. Most of the beach, however, is clean, white sand. The ocean bottom slopes gently to overhead depths. Several shallow sandbars are located in the center of the beach. Large coral reefs are found only at the ends of the bay, Puʻu Poa Reef to the east and Waikoko Reef to the west. Some smaller patch reefs are found in the center of the bay.

amenities

BBQ Grills

BBQ Grills

Metered Parking

Metered Parking

Picnic

Picnic

Restaurants Nearby

Restaurants Nearby

Showers

Showers

Gear Rental

Gear Rental

activities

Snorkeling

Snorkeling

Surfing

Surfing

Swimming

Swimming

Volleyball

Volleyball

prohibitions

No Alcohol

No Alcohol

No Camping

No Camping

No Cars on Sand

No Cars on Sand

No Dogs

No Dogs

No Fire Pits

No Fire Pits

No Fishing

No Fishing

No Smoking

No Smoking

hazards

Jellyfish

Jellyfish

Large Waves

Large Waves

Rip Currents

Rip Currents

Strong Currents

Strong Currents

Swim at your Own Risk

Beaches and oceans are dynamic natural environments.  Crowd conditions, currents, waves, wild animals, and other water and beach conditions can rapidly change. The risks and conditions shown on this site are informational only and not always real-time.  Actual conditions may differ.  Lifeguards are not always on duty or available.  Always remain aware of your surroundings and exercise due care for your own safety and the safety of others around you. 

Always check for water warnings or check with a lifeguard before you swim.