Kauai Campgrounds

1. Anahola Beach Park

• Where is Anahola Beach Park located?
  • Anahola Beach Park is nestled within Anahola Bay on Kaua'i's east shore, offering a stunning white sandy beach.
• What makes Anahola Beach Park a great destination?
  • The beach is protected by a reef, making it an excellent spot for snorkeling and swimming throughout the year.
• Is there a lifeguard at Anahola Beach Park?
  • Yes, the beach is lifeguarded, providing an added level of safety for swimmers and snorkelers.
• Is camping allowed at Anahola Beach Park?
  • Camping is permitted at the south end of the beach with a valid permit.
• What camping options are available at Kumu Camp?
  • Kumu Camp offers tent, RV, campervan, and trailer camping with amenities including picnic tables, designated firepits, drinking fountains, trash cans, restrooms with hot showers, and picnic pavilions.
• What activities can visitors enjoy at Anahola Beach Park?
  • Popular activities in the area include hiking, picnicking, photography, and wildlife watching.

Anahola Beach Park, Anahola, HI 96703, Phone: 800-652-8248

2. Anini Beach Park Campground

• Where is Anini Beach Park located?
  • Anini Beach Park is located on the North Shore of Kauai, offering a variety of outdoor and recreational activities.
• What activities can visitors enjoy at Anini Beach Park?
  • The park offers opportunities for camping, picnicking, safe swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, paddleboarding, kiteboarding, and windsurfing.
• What makes Anini Beach Park unique?
  • The beach is protected by the longest coral reef in the Hawaiian Islands, creating a calm lagoon that is perfect for snorkeling and swimming.
• What camping options are available at Anini Beach Park?
  • The Anini Beach Park Campground offers tent camping only and includes amenities such as picnic tables, barbecue grills, restrooms with showers, outdoor washing-up sinks, trash cans, and picnic pavilions.
• Are there food options at Anini Beach Park?
  • Occasionally, food trucks visit the campground, offering a variety of food and drinks.

Kilauea, HI 96754

3. Camp Sloggett

• Where is Camp Sloggett located?
  • Camp Sloggett is nestled within the lush tropical forests of the 4,640-acre Koke'e State Park, in the heart of the 1,800-acre Waimea Canyon State Park.
• What makes Camp Sloggett unique?
  • The campground offers rustic and peaceful accommodations with breathtaking views of Kawaikini, Mount Wai‘ale‘ale, and the multi-hued cliffs of Waimea Canyon.
• What types of accommodations are available at Camp Sloggett?
  • The campground features a rustic lodge, cottages, a hostel, and a campsite for tent camping.
• What amenities does Camp Sloggett provide?
  • The campground includes picnic tables, barbecue grills, restrooms with showers, trash cans, and picnic areas.
• Are there accommodations for larger groups?
  • Yes, overnight lodgings for larger groups include a lodge, a cottage, and a dormitory-style hostel with basic amenities.
• What activities can visitors enjoy at Camp Sloggett?
  • Visitors can enjoy hiking, picnicking, photography, and wildlife watching in the surrounding parks.

3094 Elua Street, Lihue, HI 96766, Phone: 808-245-5959

4. Hanalei Beach Park

• What is Hanalei Beach Park?
  • Hanalei Beach Park is a secluded island paradise, surrounded by lush tropical forests, the jagged peaks of the Wainiha mountain range, and the sparkling blue waters of Hanalei Bay.
• How large is Hanalei Bay?
  • Hanalei Bay is the largest bay on Kaua‘i, spanning over two miles in a crescent shape of golden sand, backed by densely forested mountains and multiple waterfalls.
• What beach parks are part of Hanalei Bay?
  • The bay is home to four beach parks: Waikoko Beach, Black Pot Beach, Wai‘oli Beach Park, and Hanalei Pavilion Beach Park.
• What activities are available at Hanalei Beach Park?
  • Visitors can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, surfing, windsurfing, and yachting in the bay.
• Is camping allowed at Hanalei Beach Park?
  • Camping is allowed at Black Pot Beach with a permit.
• What amenities are available at the beach parks?
  • Basic amenities include picnic tables, barbecue grills, restrooms with showers, trash cans, and picnic areas.
• What other activities can visitors enjoy in the area?
  • In addition to beach activities, visitors can enjoy hiking, picnicking, photography, and wildlife watching.

Hanalei Bay

5. Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area

• What is Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area?
  • Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area is a 61.8-acre park on the Big Island of Hawaii, featuring a stunning white sandy beach and a variety of visitor amenities.
• Where is Hapuna Beach located?
  • Hapuna Beach is located just over two miles south of Kawaihae and is part of the Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail, which runs from Spencer Beach in the north to Puako in the south.
• What amenities are available at Hapuna Beach?
  • The park offers paved parking, pavilions, picnic areas, restrooms, and showers for visitor convenience.
• What activities can visitors enjoy at Hapuna Beach?
  • Visitors can enjoy swimming, surfing, bodyboarding, snorkeling, and sunbathing in the park’s pristine environment.
• Can visitors see wildlife at Hapuna Beach?
  • Yes, during the early part of the year, it is possible to spot migrating whales in the distance.

Old Puako Rd, Waimea, HI 96743, Phone: 808-961-9540

6. Kalalau Beach

• What is Kalalau Beach?
  • Kalalau Beach is a secluded beach located along the Napali Coast, accessible only via the 11-mile Kalalau Trail.
• What is the scenery like at Kalalau Beach?
  • The beach is surrounded by rugged coastline, forested mountains, and spectacular views, making it one of the most breathtaking locations on Kauai.
• Is the ocean calm at Kalalau Beach?
  • No, the beach experiences large waves year-round because there is no reef protecting the bay.
• How difficult is the Kalalau Trail?
  • The Kalalau Trail is rated as a challenging hike due to its technical difficulty, featuring sheer drop-offs, narrow ledges, and steep climbs and descents.
• Is camping allowed at Kalalau Beach?
  • Yes, camping is permitted with a valid permit. There are designated camping areas with fire pits, pit toilets, and access to drinking water from a nearby waterfall.
• What activities can visitors enjoy at Kalalau Beach?
  • Visitors can enjoy hiking, picnicking, photography, and wildlife watching in this remote and scenic location.

Kalalau Beach, Kauai, HI

7. Kapa'a Beach Park

• What is Kapa'a Beach Park?
  • Kapa'a Beach Park is a quiet and secluded beach known for its rocky shoreline and exceptionally clear water.
• Is swimming safe at Kapa'a Beach Park?
  • No, the beach has no reef, resulting in large swells that make swimming unsafe.
• What water activities are popular at Kapa'a Beach Park?
  • The waters offer excellent fishing and diving, making it a favorite spot for experienced divers and anglers.
• How do visitors access the beach?
  • The beach is accessed via a coastal path, providing a scenic route perfect for relaxing and picnicking.
• Is camping allowed at Kapa'a Beach Park?
  • Yes, camping is permitted with a valid permit, and the area is particularly popular among backpackers.
• What facilities are available at the park?
  • The park offers restrooms with flushing toilets, showers, picnic tables, barbecue grills, and a pavilion for gatherings.
• What activities can visitors enjoy at Kapa'a Beach Park?
  • Popular activities include hiking, picnicking, photography, and wildlife watching.

Directions

4-1604 Kuhio Hwy, Kapa'a, HI 96746, Phone: 909-646-0631

8. Kawaikoi Camp

• What is Kawaikoi Camp?
  • Kawaikoi Camp is a remote and primitive campsite that can only be accessed with an off-road vehicle.
• What amenities are available at Kawaikoi Camp?
  • The camp offers tent sites, restrooms with pit toilets, picnic tables, trash cans, and a pavilion for gatherings.
• Is there drinking water at Kawaikoi Camp?
  • Only non-potable water is available, so visitors should bring their own drinking water.
• Is there cellphone or Internet service at the camp?
  • No, there is no cellphone or wireless Internet service at Kawaikoi Camp, making it a truly remote getaway.
• What hiking opportunities are available at Kawaikoi Camp?
  • The camp is located along the Kawaikoi Stream Trail, a scenic 1.75-mile loop featuring lush natural scenery and a freshwater stream perfect for swimming.
• What activities can visitors enjoy at Kawaikoi Camp?
  • Visitors can engage in hiking, picnicking, photography, and wildlife watching in the surrounding area.

Na Pali-Kona Forest Reserve, Hanapepe, HI 96716