Haena Beach Park at a Glance
This beach on Kauai’s north shore is also known as Maniniholo Beach, named after the large schools of convict fish (manini fish) that feed on the coral here. Vegetated sand dunes bake up the backshore of Haena Beach. Offshore are two large reefs, the Makua Reef to the east and the Hauwa Reef to the west. But the beach itself is not protected by a reef; it is fully exposed to the open ocean and high surf.
That’s why during times of high surf, which is common during the winter months (November to March), there are strong currents and a powerful shorebreak. It is not recommended to enter the water during high surf as drownings and near drownings have happened here. During the summer months when the waters are calmer, the snorkeling conditions near the reef are good.
Haena Beach Park in Bullet Points
- Sandy beach on the north shore of Kauai
- Good swimming conditions in the summer
- Famous surfing beach during the winter
- The beach is good for picnics, beachcombing and
sunbathing
- Camping with a permit is allowed
Haena Beach Park Facilities (top)
- Showers
- Restrooms
- Picnic and barbecue areas
- Lifeguard
Haena Beach Park Water Activities
- Swimming
- Surfing
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Bodyboarding
Haena Beach Park Location
Address: Kuhio Highway, Uninc Kauai County, Hawaii
Haena Beach Park Map (top)
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Haena Beach Park Weather (top)
Now 65°F Windchill: 65°F
Light Rain
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Location: Hanalei, HI, US
Wind: 9 mph N
Humidity: 90%
Visibility: 0.07 mi
Pressure: 30.09 in steady
Sunrise: 6:43 am
Sunset: 6:47 pm
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Thu
Hi: 78°F Low: 58°F
Partly Cloudy
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Fri
Hi: 77°F Low: 59°F
Showers
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Haena Beach Park Photos (click to enlarge)
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Haena Beach Park Reviews and Comments
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Safety Tip
Whatever beach in Hawaii you visit, please have in mind that the ocean can
be very dangerous. Never turn your back against the waves and watch out for underwater
currents and always check the surf conditions. Pay attention to signs posted on
the beach. If you are not sure about the conditions, ask the lifeguards (if any
on the beach). Please
click here to
read more about ocean safety in Hawaii.
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