Polihale State Park

Polihale Beach on Kauai, Hawaii
Polihale Beach on Kauai, Hawaii
Miles past the end of the state road, you’ll find this beach where the locals camp out.
End of the road at the peaceful Polihale Beach and State Park ~ AKA ~ The longest sandy beach in all of the Hawaiian Islands. This is also the start of the remarkable Na Pali Coastline on the garden isle of Kauai. Four-wheel drive is recommended for the road leading to Polihale State Park. Rental car companies do not take emergency roadside service calls at this spot. If you still decide to go in with a two-wheel drive vehicle, be sure to stop at the local grocery store in Waimea town on your way to pick up a 12-pack of "Hawaiian Insurance"-- just in case you need to ask a local to pull you out of the sand ;) 
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Reviews of Polihale State Park

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The road when dry is not that bad. It is 4 miles to Queens Pond. That doesn't have facilities, but is closer than driving to the main park area. Jeeps and SUVs make it a much easier trip than the average rental car (which we did see on the road). This beach is a must.

5/5 - Excellent

Nancy

Always allow extra time for a trip to Hanalei, as the road in and out is often congested.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I would HIGHLY recommend the snorkeling excursion and the ATV adventure. Amazing !!!

5/5 - Excellent

1AustinL

Jeep preferred

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful! But the dirt road to access is rough and long. Plan ahead and take food & water.  Would be scary to drive back in the dark.

5/5 - Excellent

Megan

Beach is absolutely stunning and spacious!

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