Kalihiwai Bay Beach at a Glance
Kalihiwai Beach is a wide, white sand beach from
Kalihiwai Bay and is located about a mile and a-half
from the town of Kilauea. This secluded beach is fed by
the Kalihiwai River and enclosed by lava cliffs on each
side. The beach is fringed by grassy spots and shady
ironwood trees great for picnicking. Some days, spinner
dolphins can also be spotted from the shoreline. Another
way to enjoy your visit to the beach is rent a kayak and
have some adventure up the Kalihiwai River to the
waterfalls.
The only time you can safely swim on the beach is in
summer when the waves are small and the ocean is calm.
An alternative option is to take a dip instead at the
shallow tide pools. More often, however, the tide pools
are used by locals for fishing or raft-floating. If you
want to snorkel, try the far eastern end of the bay.
However, don’t expect to see as much corals and fishes
to see as you would in premier snorkeling spots such as
Tunnels and Kee Beach.
The best part of the beach is its sandy bottom that
allows the waves to break even perfect for boogie
boarding, wave jumping, and beginner surfing.
After a rain, stay away from the water especially at the
area near the mouth of the river to avoid getting
Leptospirosis, a form of bacterial infection.
During winter, swimming and snorkeling is advised
against. The waves become big and Kalihiwai Beach has no
fringing reef and has no lifeguards. Skilled surfers are
usually seen around the cliff located on the right side
of the bay for the big waves. If you’re not an expert in
Hawaiian wave riding, don’t jump into the waves.
Kalihiwai Bay Beach in Bullet Points
- Good family beach
- Good for bodyboarding and beginning surfers
- Located at the mouth of the Kalihiwai River
- Has shallow tide pools for fishing and floating
on a raft
- Offers good swimming and snorkeling
opportunities
Kalihiwai Bay Beach Facilities (top)
Kalihiwai Bay Beach Water Activities
- Swimming
- Bodyboarding
- Surfing
- Kayaking
- Fishing
Kalihiwai Bay Beach Driving Directions / Location
From Kilauea, take Highway 56. Take a right on Kalihiwai
Road, which is located before Mile Marker 24. Kalihiwai
is approximately 1 mile away.
Address: Kalihiwai Road, Kauai, HI
Kalihiwai Bay Beach Map (top)
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Kalihiwai Bay Beach Weather
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Now
76°F
Windchill:
76°F
Partly Cloudy
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Location: Kilauea, HI, US
Wind: 16 mph E
Humidity: 71%
Visibility: 0.1 mi
Pressure: 30.05 in rising
Sunrise: 6:52 am
Sunset: 5:53 pm
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Fri
Hi: 82°F
Low: 67°F
Scattered Showers
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Sat
Hi: 84°F
Low: 66°F
Scattered Showers
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Kalihiwai Bay Beach Photos (click to enlarge)
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Kalihiwai Bay Beach 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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