Polihale State Park, located at Lower Saki Mana Road in Waimea, Hawaii, is a stunning beach park that rewards visitors who brave a long and rutted dirt …
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Jan 8, 2025
While the road is bumpy it’s worth seeing this beach, having a bit of a picnic and swim and taking in the views. This beach was the least crowded and most scenic by far of any of the beaches we saw … Full review by johnramesjr
Jun 8, 2024
Having just picked up a rental 4x4 we stumbled upon a dirt road that came with a warning. 4x4s only beyond this point! And they weren't kidding. The road was at least a couple of miles and like driv… Full review by SJL2306
Feb 24, 2024
I have traveled all over the world and been to Oahu, Maui and Kauai and this was easily the most beautiful beach I’ve ever been to. Having said that, you are driving 5 miles on a road where you are … Full review by FargoTravelor
What government website and what do I look for to see if it’s open now? Going for family weekend this February. Also is there only one trail or any specific signs I’d have to look for ? Thank you
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The website is: dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/parks/kauai/polihale-state-park/ It is open 5:30am-6:45pm unless you have a camping permit. It is patrolled - particularly around sunset.
Would this be a good place to go after seeing the Canyon in the morning? I imagine you would want to leave before sunset due to the rough drive in and out?
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Yes, you would be fine driving out to Polihale Beach after going to see Waimea Canyon. Polihale is a white sand beach that can be hot and bright borderline blinding during peak sunlight …
Yes, you would be fine driving out to Polihale Beach after going to see Waimea Canyon. Polihale is a white sand beach that can be hot and bright borderline blinding during peak sunlight hours during the day. Cooler and less bright during earlier and later parts of the day. Another tip for planning your day around Waimea and Polihale is that certain times of day the top of mountain on Waimea Canyon can be socked in with low clouds / fog which obstructs the view from the lookouts at the top. There were days that we arrived at the top of Waimea too early in the day and had to return later in the day after the cloud cover / fog lifted to take advantage of the amazing views from the lookouts at the top of Waimea Canyon. Based upon this and of course the weather on any given day you may want to consider going to beach first and Waimea Canyon after during later part of the day.
Hi, thanks for the intel. Do you recall the date you tried to visit Polihale when it was closed? I head there every visit to Kauai, and trying to gauge if it might still be closed next week. Thank you very much!
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February but check the website and rainfall. If you e had a big long rainy spell it can still flood. Usually may is fine if your going now but a storm can change that
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