Polihale State Park

The western coastline stretches for 17 miles with sand dunes rising behind the golden beach at the edge of the Pacific Ocean.

The park land belonged to Native Hawaiian families who maintained the natural resources and customs through multiple generations until 1967.

Native Hawaiians regard this remote location as a departure point where spirits travel to meet their ancestors in the afterlife.

The unpaved access road requires four-wheel drive vehicles and becomes impassable during rain, while rental car companies restrict travel on this route.

The sand dunes reach heights of 100 feet, creating a natural barrier between the ocean and inland areas during high surf conditions.

Location: Kauai County

Operator: Hawaii Division of State Parks

Website: https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/parks/kauai/polihale-state-park

GPS coordinates: 22.09250,-159.75000

Latest update: May 14, 2025 16:37