Activity information for Haena, Kauai, Hawaii
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A lush location along the north shore of Kauai, Haena is a peaceful place free of tourist trappings where you can get back to nature and enjoy a myriad of outdoor adventures.
Campers with a permit will appreciate the peaceful, pretty environment at Haena Beach State Park. There are complete facilities including showers, bathrooms, barbecue facilities, picnics and a lifeguard. The scenic location is not overcrowded, making it a perfect place for a camping getaway. For decades, hippies have camped in this area and the vibe is very laid-back.
During the summer, the swimming and snorkeling are popular sports at Haena Beach State Park. While the water is usually calm and there is a lifeguard, because there is no reef the currents can become unexpectedly strong so swimmers should always exercise caution. Because there is nowhere to rent equipment, snorkeling enthusiasts should bring their own or get rentals in nearby Hanalei.
In the winter, surfers visit Haena Beach State Park to catch the large waves that crash along the beach and make it impossible to go swimming or snorkeling. In the Haena area, surfers rush to ride the waves in a place called Cannons which a reef break literally blasts surfers out like a cannon. Because Cannons is a dangerous area, only expert surfers should try this joy ride.
Across from Haena Beach State Park is the Maniniholo Dry Cave, a lava tube going several hundred feet into a cliff which was a sea cave long ago. Down the way is Tunnels Beach, a great spot for snorkeling and scuba diving because of the large, protected reef. You can also comb the shore for a variety of unique seashells. Occasionally waves wash over the reef at Tunnels Beach and warnings or prohibitions may be posted but otherwise, this is a calm place to enjoy swimming, snorkeling, windsurfing and scuba diving with incredible views of Bali Hai and Haena Beach State Park. Before you embark on waterfront adventures at Haena or Tunnels, make sure to bring along the necessary equipment or rent it in nearby Hanalei.
Hikers will appreciate the short trail to Waikanaloa Cave, one of the Wet Caves in the area that was created by ocean carving into the rock. You can also wander one of five botanical gardens in the area, including the 17 lush acres at Limahula Garden which was recently voted the National Botanical Garden of the Year. At the end of the four mile run of highway through Haena is Kee Beach, where the NaPali Coast hikes begin. Kee Beach has a protected reef for safe swimming, diving and snorkeling and is one of the hula havens of Hawaii.
To find out about the history of the Haena area, tourists can check out the Waioli Mission House built in 1837 from coral limestone and now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Also in the vicinity are the Waioli Huiia Church and Waioli Mission Hall.
While dining and nightlife is basic or non-existent in the Haena Beach area, the natural views and fabulous waterfront activities in a quiet atmosphere make it an ultimate oasis in Pacific paradise.
Campers with a permit will appreciate the peaceful, pretty environment at Haena Beach State Park. There are complete facilities including showers, bathrooms, barbecue facilities, picnics and a lifeguard. The scenic location is not overcrowded, making it a perfect place for a camping getaway. For decades, hippies have camped in this area and the vibe is very laid-back.
During the summer, the swimming and snorkeling are popular sports at Haena Beach State Park. While the water is usually calm and there is a lifeguard, because there is no reef the currents can become unexpectedly strong so swimmers should always exercise caution. Because there is nowhere to rent equipment, snorkeling enthusiasts should bring their own or get rentals in nearby Hanalei.
In the winter, surfers visit Haena Beach State Park to catch the large waves that crash along the beach and make it impossible to go swimming or snorkeling. In the Haena area, surfers rush to ride the waves in a place called Cannons which a reef break literally blasts surfers out like a cannon. Because Cannons is a dangerous area, only expert surfers should try this joy ride.
Across from Haena Beach State Park is the Maniniholo Dry Cave, a lava tube going several hundred feet into a cliff which was a sea cave long ago. Down the way is Tunnels Beach, a great spot for snorkeling and scuba diving because of the large, protected reef. You can also comb the shore for a variety of unique seashells. Occasionally waves wash over the reef at Tunnels Beach and warnings or prohibitions may be posted but otherwise, this is a calm place to enjoy swimming, snorkeling, windsurfing and scuba diving with incredible views of Bali Hai and Haena Beach State Park. Before you embark on waterfront adventures at Haena or Tunnels, make sure to bring along the necessary equipment or rent it in nearby Hanalei.
Hikers will appreciate the short trail to Waikanaloa Cave, one of the Wet Caves in the area that was created by ocean carving into the rock. You can also wander one of five botanical gardens in the area, including the 17 lush acres at Limahula Garden which was recently voted the National Botanical Garden of the Year. At the end of the four mile run of highway through Haena is Kee Beach, where the NaPali Coast hikes begin. Kee Beach has a protected reef for safe swimming, diving and snorkeling and is one of the hula havens of Hawaii.
To find out about the history of the Haena area, tourists can check out the Waioli Mission House built in 1837 from coral limestone and now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Also in the vicinity are the Waioli Huiia Church and Waioli Mission Hall.
While dining and nightlife is basic or non-existent in the Haena Beach area, the natural views and fabulous waterfront activities in a quiet atmosphere make it an ultimate oasis in Pacific paradise.
