Polihale State Park

Overview

Polihale State Park is a pristine beach park located on the western side of Kauai, offering stunning views of the Na Pali Coast. It is known for its long sandy beach, clear waters, and dramatic cliffs.

Polihale State Park is significant for its natural beauty and as a gateway to the Na Pali Coast, one of the most scenic areas in Hawaii.

Beach Hiking Nature

Location

Address

Lower Saki Mana Road, Waimea, Big Island of Hawaii, Hawaii

Neighborhood: Waimea

Coordinates

21.953600, -159.655600

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM

tuesday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM

wednesday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM

thursday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM

friday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM

saturday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM

sunday 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$5

Children

$3

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

April-June, September-October

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds and better parking

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

2 hours

Recommended

4-6 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

warm and sunny

• whale watching
• wildflowers

summer

hot and sunny

• long daylight hours

autumn

warm and sunny

• clear skies
• warm water

winter

cooler and rainy

• winter storms
• larger waves

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

glass containers drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• strong currents
• uneven terrain

Medical facilities: none on site

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

USD

Typical Costs

entry $5

parking $10

food $15

souvenirs $20

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, swimsuit, hat, sandals or water shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 1 week
• official website
• 72 hours
• not available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Polihale State Park Guide

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Trail info, Weather updates

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: none

Charging Stations: none

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Lihue Airport (LIH)

Distance: 45 km

Travel Time: 1 hour

taxi

$80 1 hour

rental_car

varies 1 hour

From City Center

Distance: 15 km

rental_car

varies 20 min

taxi

$30 25 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Unique natural beauty, cultural significance

Historical Significance: Ancient Hawaiian trails and fishing grounds

Insider Tips

Arrive early for best parking
Bring cash for local vendors

Local Recommendations

• Try shave ice in town
• Ask about local legends

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Aloha

thank_you Mahalo

where_is No hea?

how_much Pehea nui?

beautiful Nani

ticket Tiketi

Guide Languages: English, Hawaiian

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Polihale Beach

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Wide angle for landscapes

Result: Stunning beach photos

#Hawaii #Polihale #NaPaliCoast

Photography Rules

allowed areas beach, trails

prohibited areas cliff edges

flash photography allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited without permit

tripod policy allowed

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Waimea Canyon

Distance: 10km

Walking: N/A

Type: Canyon

Koke'e State Park

Distance: 20km