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"Monk seals sometimes come on shore."(2 Tips)
"The best beach ever - great snorkeling and loads of sea turtles!"(27 Tips)
"Parking can be a challenge, but amazing views worth the effort."(3 Tips)
"Amazing snorkeling, saw a sea turtle!"(7 Tips)
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Rebecca LivingstonSeptember 4, 2012Get here early! We arrived at 10am and got a perfect parking spot, as well as a awesome spot on the beach! Also, earlier is cooler, so less chance of a sun burn!!
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Norman EllisDecember 16, 2016This beach literally took my breath away it was so stunning. Photos don't capture the full awesomeness of this setting. Make it a must see on your Kauai Beach Bucket List!
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Dan SteinMarch 20, 2015Great snorkeling, wonderfully views, fresh fruit, and plenty of space even when the parking lot is jam packed. Also it has bathrooms and lifeguards.
Upvote1Downvote- DoubleDeuceJanuary 29, 2019The pod of spinner dolphins tour through here, sea turtles swim near the reef and plenty of fish are around too. Avoid the surfers and do some snorkeling!
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Dale JeffriesOctober 20, 2015October 2015, we had awesome snorkelling on the north side (right side facing the ocean). Do not forget to explore the cave across the street and try the food truck. Bbq pork sandwich and smoothies ..UpvoteDownvote
Jacob GyllenstiernaDecember 3, 2014There is a smaller entrance with a few parking spots about a 1,000ft before the main parking by the cave. Less crowded part of the beach.Upvote1Downvote- Damian BayonaFebruary 12, 2018Good snorkeling when waves are calm. Get there early and park at Haena Beach. Monk seals sometimes come on shore.
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Q LamAugust 26, 2016Super calm at the end of august. Our favorite beach to swim and snorkel. Get there early to snag a parking spot.UpvoteDownvote- Sandra RielaSeptember 22, 2014Amazing snorkeling, saw a sea turtle! Not a ton of shade, so wear sunblock and don't forget to reapply!
UpvoteDownvote - Tim In The HouseOctober 12, 2017One of the best beaches on the island. Parking can be a challenge, but amazing views worth the effort.UpvoteDownvote
HawaiiLifeAugust 19, 2011The greatest snorkeling on the Garden Island. Don't forget the sun block. Enter with caution as the currents may be very strong.
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Odile RoujolAugust 29, 2017Paradise. And alone ... come before 10am as Parking is a small one
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Jenny PMay 25, 2012Best place in Kauai to snorkel. Be sure to go out to the center where you can watch the sharks going in and out of the tunnels 20 feet down.UpvoteDownvote
Chris Scott-DixonDecember 18, 2013Beautiful location, but seemingly impossible to swim at due to the random beach closures. Better to snorkel Anini beach down the road were the lifeguards are less over zealous about perfect conditionsUpvoteDownvote
eric bornemannJanuary 25, 2021Beautiful beach that was used as the shooting location of Bali Hai in South Pacific.UpvoteDownvote
NetanelAugust 19, 2012Go snorkeling! When we were there, a big beauty of a sea turtle came right up to shore, allowing awesome looks! Just don't touch them--it's illegal.Upvote1Downvote
Katie VollJune 30, 2017Great beach for snorkeling! We saw 2 sea turtles once your past the shallow Coral.UpvoteDownvote
Richard JhangJanuary 1, 2013Amazing spot to visit in the winter. Huge swell. Surf breaks on the shore. Picture perfect.Upvote1Downvote
Ted GrubbApril 27, 2015Amazing snorkeling on this huge reef. Arrive early to get parking.UpvoteDownvote
clafcNovember 15, 2017I can see why people call this snorkeling paradise cause as soon as I got in the water I saw a beautiful turtleUpvoteDownvote
Alicia NeumannAugust 16, 2010we paid $10 to park across the street. this beach is worth it! not too crowded & small waves make it a great first ocean experience for our little one.UpvoteDownvote
Jen HatlestadJuly 20, 2014Make sure you wear water shoes, or actual shoes on the sand. It gets so ridiculously hot!!!!UpvoteDownvote
GrantlandMay 18, 2021Calmer waters for snorkeling on the right with trees to sleep underUpvoteDownvote
Paul ReyJune 30, 2010Great place to dive and snorkel. The warm shallows are good for the kids, but out at the reef's edge is amazing. 10 to 30 ft. is where all the action is! Highly recommended!!!UpvoteDownvote
- Richard JhangJanuary 1, 2013Stay out of the water in the winter when big swell arrives unless you know what you are doing with your surfboard.UpvoteDownvote
Dirk MortensenSeptember 4, 2012Make sure you check out the dry caves on the opposite side of the road. :)Upvote3Downvote
Charles BJanuary 1, 2012Best snorkeling I've ever experienced. Wow. Watch out for the current though.UpvoteDownvote
If you get here early you can find lots of sea turtles ;-)UpvoteDownvote- The best beach ever - great snorkeling and loads of sea turtles!UpvoteDownvote
Sarah MurphyJanuary 9, 2012Awesome snorkeling, but if your not careful, the current CAN sneak up on you.UpvoteDownvote
Aaron AOctober 26, 2010Snorkeling was awesome!! We saw a huge turtle and plenty of fish etc.UpvoteDownvote
Chris ArrasmithJune 20, 2010Tons of fish...and a sea turtle within 15 feet of shore. Awesome snorkeling.UpvoteDownvote
Anne WaliczekDecember 28, 2011Great snorkeling. Watch out for incoming seals and rainbows
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Christoffer Engström - 8.8
"When every beach we visited on the North Shore is closed for swimming, this one is still delightful. Turtles, Rays, eels and schools of fish .. And shade, washrooms and a food truck Monday to Friday."
Dale Jeffries - 7.8
"A nice beach with a little lagoon for when the surf is too rough for swimming."
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