Haena Beach

Beach · Haena ·

Haena Beach

Beach · Haena ·

Isolated beach with gentle waves, abundant marine life, and palms

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Haena, HI 96746 Get directions

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"Located on the North Shore between the Kalalau trailhead and nearby reef beaches, this picturesque shore is dominated by Mount Makana (Bali Hai) rising above a lush backdrop; gentle waves and abundant marine life make it appealing to snorkelers and scuba divers, while shaded coconut palms provide spots to relax on the sand." - Vanessa Wilkins Vanessa Wilkins Vanessa Wilkins is a travel and lifestyle writer with an extensive background in digital journalism. Her work has been published in Travel + Leisure, Departures, The Points Guy, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Haena Beach

Melissa H.

Google

Great beach, nice lifeguards, and fun place to snorkel with lots of reefs. Showers were hard to find, but they are within a small white fence for privacy. Waves were intense in October but we still got out to swim and snorkel and visibility was surprisingly good.

Troy W.

Google

I can't imagine a more beautiful beach. This thing has it all. A massive cave right across the street. Huge surf, coral pools and over a mile long beach.

Crystal B

Google

Gorgeous shades of blue water and great walking beach. Lifeguards are actively reminding beach goers that there are RIP tides and unsafe to swim. One area is good for snorkeling, other area is for chilling and reading book or napping.

Juten M.

Google

Hā’ena Beach is one of the best clear water and clean beach we’ve been to. Great snorkeling spot! Wish this stays as a hidden beach. Loved it!

Amit H.

Google

lifeguarded, picturesque, flanked by the mountains. majestic views. We spent about 2.5 hours there. parking is enough I think, could be an issue during peak seasons. we came early (~9). we walked to the tunnels beach from there. Its just a continuous beach area.

Karista F.

Google

Some of the most beautiful water I've seen on Kauai... when not from a helicopter :)

Charlene H.

Google

One of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The water is mint green with coral rocks with purple veins. You can see to the bottom in 30 feet of water. In the movie The Thornbirds with Richard Chamberlain and his love scene was filmed on this beach. My portrait was taken here near the mountain where the Kahunas consider it sacred. You must come and see it for yourself. It is a magical place

Chris

Google

Very serene and lovely beach that despite the popularity was not overcrowded and was easy to get to.

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Haena Beach

Melissa H.

Google

Troy W.

Google

I can't imagine a more beautiful beach. This thing has it all. A massive cave right across the street. Huge surf, coral pools and over a mile long beach.

Crystal B

Google

Juten M.

Google

Hā’ena Beach is one of the best clear water and clean beach we’ve been to. Great snorkeling spot! Wish this stays as a hidden beach. Loved it!

Amit H.

Google

Karista F.

Google

Some of the most beautiful water I've seen on Kauai... when not from a helicopter :)

Charlene H.

Google

Chris

Google

Very serene and lovely beach that despite the popularity was not overcrowded and was easy to get to.

Haena Beach

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