Hanakapiai Beach, Kauai

Name: Hanakapiai Beach
Address: Kauai, United States

#37 among attractions in Kauai

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Hanakāpīʻai Beach is a beach in the Hawaiian islands located on Kauai's Nā Pali Coast. The beach is approximately 2 miles from the start of the Kalalau Trail, a very popular hiking trail which is located at Keʻe Beach. It is also about 2 miles from Hanakapiai Falls. During summer months, Hanakāpīʻai Beach's sandy shore line is clearly visible; during winter months, dangerously powerful waves and high tides wash away the sandy shore line. The beach is remotely located with no road access. The word Hanakāpīʻai literally means "bay sprinkling food" in Hawaiian. ()

Coordinates: 22°12'33"N, 159°35'53"W

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Kauai United States

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Hanakapiai Beach – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kalalau Trail, Hanakapiai Falls, Limahuli Garden and Preserve, Tunnels Beach.

1.6 miSW
Hiking, Hiking trail
Kalalau Trail, Nā Pali Coast State Park
42 min walk • The Kalalau Trail is a trail along Nā Pali Coast of the island of Kauai in the state of Hawaii. The trail runs approximately 11 miles along the island's north shore from Keʻe Beach to the Kalalau Valley.
1.6 miS
Natural attraction, Waterfall, Park
Hanakapiai Falls, Kauai
42 min walk • Hanakapiai Falls or Hanakapi'ai Falls is an approximately 300 feet high waterfall located in Hawaii, United States on the Na Pali side of the island of Kauai. It requires a hike of approximately 2 miles from Hanakapi'ai Beach. The waterfall is described as "gorgeous but challenging".
1.6 miNE
Botanical garden
Limahuli Garden and Preserve, Kauai
41 min walk • The Limahuli Garden and Preserve is a botanical garden and nature preserve on the north shore of Kauaʻi island, Hawaiʻi. It is one of the five gardens of the non-profit National Tropical Botanical Garden.
2.6 miNE
22°13'27"N • 159°33'36"W
Tunnels Beach, Kauai
68 min walk • Beach
5.5 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Valley
Honopū Valley, Nā Pali Coast State Park
140 min walk • Honopū Valley is a landmark valley within Nā Pali Coast State Park along the northwest shore of Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi, United States. It is known for its distinctive natural arch, which at approximately 90 feet tall is the tallest in Hawaii. At the lower end of the valley is Honopū's secluded, 0.25-mile beach, also known as Cathedral Beach.
1.8 miNE
Park
Haʻena State Park, Kauai
46 min walk • Hāʻena State Park is a state park located on the north shore of the Hawaiian island of Kauaʻi. It is often referred to as the "end of the road" and marks the end point of the Kuhio Highway. The park provides access to beaches, trails, and several ancient Hawaiian sites, including sea caves estimated to be more than 4,000 years old.
4.5 miE
Beach
Lumahaʻi Beach, Kauai
115 min walk • Lumahaʻi Beach is a beach located on the north shore of Kauai, Hawaii, US. Situated at the mouth of Lumahaʻi River, is accessed along Hawaii Route 560 near Wainiha, between Hanalei and Haʻena State Park. Due to strong waves, currents and undertow, the beach and bay are considered unsafe for swimming and surfing most of the year.
3.5 miS
Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain
Keanapuka Mountain, Kauai
89 min walk • Keanapuka Mountain is a mountain located on the Hawaiian Island of Kauai. It rises 4,000 ft above the ocean floor and is located near the border of Na Pali Coast State Park. Due to its location, the mountain receives intense amounts of rain.