Discover Kaua'i Travel Guide by Lonely Planet

Author:Lonely Planet
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications

SHERATON BEACH/PO'IPU BEACH/KIAHUNA BEACH Beach

Offline map Google map And here we are on the western edge of Po'ipu Beach Park. This beach is known by three different names, stemming from the properties that front it. The waters here are too rough for kids, although an offshore reef tames the waves enough for strong swimmers and snorkelers. Experienced surfers and bodyboarders can attempt the breaks near the Sheraton, but the waters are famous for sneaker sets (rogue waves that appear from nowhere) and the rocky coast makes it difficult to get offshore and back. South Shore spots tend to be fickle and highly susceptible to winds, tides and swells. Cowshead Offline map Google map , the rocky outcropping at the west end of the beach, is an extremely challenging break unless you know how to approach the channel. Expert surfers can attempt offshore spots such as First Break Offline map Google map in front of the Sheraton, but beginners should always remain inshore. Waiohai Offline map Google map , at the east end of the beach in front of the Marriott, also sees major swells.

SHIPWRECK BEACH Beach

Offline map Google map Unless you’re an expert surfer, bodyboarder or bodysurfer, keep your feet dry at ‘Shipwrecks’ but come for an invigorating walk along the half-mile crescent of light-gold sand. You’ll have some company, as the Grand Hyatt overlooks much of the beach along Keoneloa Bay. Row after row of waves crash close to shore, giving this beach a rugged, untamed feel. Toward the left of the bay, to the east, looms Makawehi Point , a gigantic lithified sand dune, which you can ascend in 10 minutes. West of Shipwreck Beach is Makahuena Point , the southernmost tip of Kaua'i; this rocky cliff overlooking crashing waves is today covered with oceanfront condos.

Shipwreck Beach

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