Kauaʻi
Kauaʻi South & West
Poʻipū, Salt Pond, and the long west-side beaches to Polihale. This guide covers 4 public beaches on Kauaʻi, 3 with a confirmed lifeguard tower. Surf here changes with the season, so check today's conditions and talk to the lifeguard before you swim.
Information only, not safety advice. Hawaiʻi surf and currents change fast. Always follow lifeguards and posted signs; if in doubt, don't go out. Facts checked against Hawaiʻi DLNR (State Parks, Aquatic Resources), Hawaii Ocean Safety, county park pages and NOAA on Oct 25, 2026. Times are Hawaiʻi time (HST). Map © OpenFreeMap © OpenMapTiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.