Kilauea Bay
Kilauea, Hawaii
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This bay is where the Kilauea stream meets the ocean. The beach here is Kahili Beach and is a poplar surfing spot. The bay is calm and a good fishing or kayaking spot. The stream has a slow current, and many times the wind will blow you up or downstream.
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Kilauea Bay | Kauai Beach Scoop
This bay is where the Kilauea stream meets the ocean. The beach here is Kahili Beach and is a poplar surfing spot. The bay is calm and a good fishing or kayaking spot. The stream has a slow current, and many times the wind will blow you up or downstream.
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Directions
From Kilauea, Hawaii
- Head east toward Kilauea Rd (0.2 mi)
- Turn left onto Kilauea Rd (0.8 mi)
- Turn left onto Kauapea Rd (0.3 mi)
Take Highway 56 north to Wailapa Road and turn right. In about a half mile you will see a dirt road to the left. If you see gates and private property signs you have gone too far. Follow the dirt road (can be rough!) to the end and there is a small parking area along the road. It's a short walk to the beach.
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