10/30/24 Stunning, unspoiled beauty, one of the smaller beach parks but definitely worth a visit…read morefor swimming, snorkeling & picnics. This beach park is located adjacent to an actual salt pond that is operational for locals. There are a few benches & shaded structures you may have a barbecue or picnic. There is a manned lifeguard tower. Parking is plentiful. There is a homeless encampment here, you don't bother them, they won't bother you. Enjoy the beach!

Very nice beach with shower and bathroom. I like that there are a lot of palm trees for shade on a…read morehot day. Also some tables and shaded areas here.

Not really worth the stop , when we arrived we noticed several trucks and vans with people living…read moreout of their cars. The sea glass was very small and the bigger pieces were on display with a sign. The views of the water crashing and the colors of the sand were beautiful but the area it self was not great. You will head thru an industrial area and where it turns to dirt you can walk (not far) or drive.

This is a quick stop if you are in the area (like coming back from Waimea Canyon). It's not a…read morefinal destination. There is plenty of beach glass to collect (mainly small pieces of clear glass with some smaller green, blue and the occasionally red). There are also some locals who seem to live at this beach, who were all friendly. I even saw one guy help a grandmother gather some beach glass for her.

Definitely a must-do! A quick walk from one side to the other and back. A few slippery spots on a…read morerainy day. Fits one at a time unless you need to squeeze by someone sideways. Theres not a lot of parking but it's easy to find when using maps and you're actively looking for the sign. Theres a lot of neat shops to check out before or after.

Fun to go and walk across. Will only take a few minutes. May take you longer to find a place to…read morepark. The bridge could use some upkeep but still worth it. That rustic feel adds to the thrill.

If I could only visit 1 spot during my time in Kauai, I would without any hesitation choose Waimea…read moreCanyon State Park. Affectionately nicknamed the "Grand Canyon of the Pacific", it is easy to see how this canyon gained its affectionate moniker. Stretching 14 miles long, 1 mile wide and more than 3,600 feet deep, the Waimea Canyon provides breathtaking panoramic views of crested buttes, rugged crags and deep valley gorges. Even at the first rest stop you come across, you are already high enough that the view would have made the trip worthwhile. There are 5 rest stops on your way up to the top, each offering restrooms, trash cans, and their own respective viewing points; each stunning in its own rights. You can choose to simply stop at each stop on your way up like we did, or drive all the way to the top and work your way back down. Keep in mind it takes almost an hour to drive up to the very top without stopping. And the fog starts rolling in later on in the day obscuring visibility into the canyon. So you'll want to make sure you start your day off early if you're opting for the later strategy. For us, we started on the bottom and worked our way back up. We never made it all the way to the top as the fog had already rolled in by the time we hit the higher levels which made viewing anything on those levels impossible. There is now some construction being done for safety improvements and roadwork patching. Much of which is past due and much needed. As we started to encounter quite a few gigantic potholes on the higher elevations that often required either maneuvering around into oncoming traffic or traversing very slowly over the shallower parts of the potholes. We were quite thankful we were in a SUV because we were fairly certain we would not have made it past some of the potholes if we were in a lower profile vehicle such as a sedan or convertible. While driving the canyon is free (outside of parking), you can also splurge and view the canyon unobstructed from an ariel vantage through either a chartered plane or helicopter ride.

Photos won't do this place justice. The greenery is just vibrant!…read more Took a bus excursion through my cruise and was my favorite experience!

Would absolutely LOVE to camp here... Unfortunately arrived…read moreafter the museum and restaurant closed (-after 4). But this looks like a great place to camp. Did go into the lodge for a bit ( where the restaurant is), saw some beautiful trees and flowers. Did not explore the nature trail this time.... Drive a bit more to the Kalalau Lookout where one can see the Napali coastline and Ni'ihau in the distance. And did I mention chickens? A must see!!!

Many amazing birds I had an amazing time and when I took a water break a Kaua'i elepaio came right…read morenext to me!!!!

Went to a wedding here and it's beautiful. People camp here as well…read more You need an AWD vehicle to go and it's about a mile inward. Usually no signal inside. Lots of bird watching opportunities. We also saw huge boars run across!!!

I thought it would be an easy drive, but having a jeep would have been better. We were only able to…read moreget to the dirt road entering the beach, but were not able to actually hit the beach. If you want to visit this beach, it is strongly recommended to have a truck or jeep to make the ride in more feasible...

Beautiful black sand beach, quiet. Great secluded hideaway, I was alone all day. Stunningread more

Maybe it was the time frame we were there, but there was only one other person on the pier, so we…read morehad it to ourselves. It was so beautiful.

Great photo opportunity! The red makes everything pop! No smell in the water too! Can be a bit…read moredusty, so bring your sunglasses..

While this isn't the type of thing I would come back over and over again to see, it was still…read morereally cool getting to see it at all. It's located just off the side of the road and is very easy to get to. The red dirt makes the waterfall very unique. The only thing I didn't like was that there was a bunch of kids riding dirt bikes and it was kicking up the red dirt a lot. Overall, 4.5 stars.

If you find yourself near Poipu Beach and fancy a little natural theatrics, the Spouting Horn is…read moreyour go-to spot. Picture this: water shooting dramatically through blowholes, like Mother Nature showing off her party tricks. The ocean's hue is so stunning it might make your Instagram followers weep with envy. Parking? Plenty. Stress? None. There's even a picnic area if you feel like making a day of it--though, let's be honest, this is more of a quick-stop kind of gig. Legend has it, a giant lizard got trapped there and now moans dramatically every time the blowhole erupts. Talk about holding a grudge! We swung by during a casual drive from our condo, and while there's some nearby construction, it's nothing that'll ruin the vibe. Bonus: you can even catch a glimpse of the action from a mile away at the Sheraton Kauai Resort, if you're feeling lazy. So, is it life-changing? Nah. But is it worth a pit stop for some cool photos and a bit of local lore? Absolutely. Consider it nature's way of saying, Ta-da!

Located on the southern coast of Kauai, this natural lava tube blowhole has been known to shoot…read moreseawater as high as 50ft into the air. According to local folklore, a giant lizard which once protected this portion of the island got stuck in the lava tube. And the lizard's roar is now heard every time the Spouting Horn Blowhole blasts water into the air. There is a paved parking lot here, so parking is not an issue. While the actual blowhole is not accessible, you can still get a great view and awesome pictures at the fenced viewing area. There's not much else to do here so it never gets too crowded. As people come and go after about 10mins. Bathrooms facilities are also available here if you need a restroom break.