R E S E R V A T I O N S R E Q U I R E D : Hā‘ena State Park A reservation system for Hā‘ena State Park and a North Shore shuttle service were created to help protect the area’s natural beauty, respect the neighborhood and create a better experience for all visitors. Please note that if you plan to visit Hā‘ena State Park, which includes the Kalalau Trail, Hanakāpi‘ai Falls and Kē‘ē Beach, advance-paid reservations are required, whether you plan to drive, walk or use the North Shore shuttle. Day passes are available up to 30 days in advance and sell out quickly. Unfortunately, anyone without the proper reservations or permits will be turned away. These steps help manage demand and ensure a better experience for visitors interacting with this culturally important and ecologically fragile place. Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge At the northernmost tip of the Hawaiian Islands, the scenic Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge is the perfect place to witness one of the state’s largest populations of nesting seabirds. Reservations are required and are available up to two months in advance. Kaua‘i Discover charming towns and beautiful beaches throughout the island’s resort areas. Hanalei Town Hanalei is a quintessential beach community. Laid-back, walkable and home to historical churches, Hanalei lies between a perfect crescent-shaped bay and towering green mountains. Here, kids carry surfboards while riding their bikes, local shops are full of memorable discoveries and serenity is easy to find. Kapa‘a Kapa‘a is much more than a drive- through town. Kapa‘a town has a wealth of small shops, galleries, boutiques and plenty of great places to eat and relax. One of the best ways to explore this area is to bike or walk along Ke Ala Hele Makālae (Coastal Path) during a rejuvenating sunrise. Līhu‘e Start your Kaua‘i adventures in Līhu‘e. The area has completed its Līhu‘e Loop makeover, enhancing the lively town center and paying homage to the sugarcane plantations that once thrived here. Bike or walk anywhere, from a modern craft brewery to a mom-and- pop saimin (a local noodle soup) shop. Kōloa Hawai‘i’s sugar plantation era originated in Kōloa, where the first sugar mill was built in 1835. Walk, bike or drive the self-guided 10-mile- long, 14-stop Kōloa Heritage Trail. Explore landmarks, including Pā‘ū a Laka (Moir Gardens), a botanical garden founded in the 1930s; Kōloa Jodo Mission, a Buddhist temple built in 1910; and the Sugar Monument, which commemorates the site of Hawai‘i’s first sugar mill. Waimea This historic seaport town is rich in paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) history and is home to the longest-running festival on Kaua‘i, the Waimea Town Celebration. You’ll find a variety of small shops, restaurants and businesses here, and it’s also a great place to stop for snacks before heading to Waimea Canyon. British explorer Captain James Cook first set foot on Hawai‘i here in Waimea back in 1778. Po‘ipū Beach Park Po‘ipū is one of the island’s most popular beaches, with a protected swimming area, spacious grassy lawn, children’s playground, lifeguards and restrooms. It also draws marine life, including honu (Hawaiian green sea turtles) and ‘īlioholoikauaua (Hawaiian monk seal). Keep a respectful distance if you see one sunning on the beach. And be on the lookout for breaching humpback whales from December through May. Kalapakī Beach If you’re looking for an easy-to-visit beach with plenty of nearby amenities and activities, Kalapakī is the place. Take a surfing lesson or go stand-up paddleboarding in the morning, then go shopping and dining in the afternoon. This sheltered bay is one of Kaua‘i’s most family- and kid-friendly beaches. RESERVE NOW LEARN MORE K O L O A B E A C H I N P O ‘ I P Ū 800-GoHawaii 35
