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Polihale State Park

Park · Kauai County ·

Polihale State Park

Park · Kauai County ·
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The Best Islands in the United States: 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards | Condé Nast Traveler

"Reaching Polihale Beach requires a four-wheel-drive over a rough five-mile road, but the sweeping sand dunes, incredible sunsets, and superb stargazing make the effort worthwhile." - Caitlin Morton

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Miles of pristine beach with dramatic mountain backdrops.

rough road access
long beach
sunset viewing
remote location
secluded
4 wheel drive recommended
beautiful scenery
strong waves
Google Rating
4.8 (1.6K)
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4.6
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Lower Saki Mana Rd, Waimea, HI 96796 Get directions

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Miles of pristine beach with dramatic mountain backdrops.

rough road access
long beach
sunset viewing
remote location
secluded
4 wheel drive recommended
beautiful scenery
strong waves
Google Rating
4.8 (1.6K)
Yelp Rating
4.6
Featured in Conde Nast Traveler
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Lower Saki Mana Rd, Waimea, HI 96796 Get directions

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Polihale State Park by Photo by Peter French/age fotostock
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