Kalapakī Beach — east public access
Launch Type
Skill Level
Surface / Access
Hand carry across sand to the water; beach width and footing change with tide.
Allowed Craft
Partly breakwater-sheltered sandy bay with established SUP activity and nearby watersports providers.
Fees
Current hand-launch and parking fees not published in the cited source; check signs before unloading.
Parking Info
Public beach access via resort-area parking; confirm current designated spaces and fees.
Managing Agency
County of Kauaʻi public beach/park access; confirm exact managing boundary.
Yes — restrooms reported near the beach.
Yes — showers reported.
Not confirmed in the cited sources.
Drinking water not confirmed; bring your own.
Night lighting not confirmed; plan to launch and return in daylight.
Dedicated boat wash not confirmed; bring a small rinse supply.
No camping authorization established; use only a separately permitted campground.
Choose a short route suited to conditions and allow time for the return. Do not assume a beach landing gives access across private land.
Surf, swimmers, canoe practice and harbor traffic. Stay within your skill level and out of navigation channels.
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Address
Nāwiliwili / Līhuʻe, Kauaʻi, Hawaii (see written directions)
City
Nāwiliwili / Līhuʻe — Kauaʻi
County / Region
Kauaʻi
State / Country
Hawaii, United States
Coordinates
21.960520, -159.350180
From Rice Street approach the Kalapakī resort area and follow public beach-access signs to the east end of the beach. Use the designated public/visitor parking under its posted terms, then walk down to the sand. Keep clear of hotel valet lanes and outrigger operations.
Phone
No site-specific public phone verified; use the managing agency website.
Hours / Season
Plan a daylight visit. Confirm posted gate hours and same-day closures before traveling.
Rentals / Marina
Kauaʻi Beach Boys and nearby beach operators offer watersports; verify current equipment and hours.
Accessibility
No adaptive launch verified. Sand, slope or uneven footing may require carrying assistance.
