Download a pdf or jpg copy of our kauai beaches map includes all of the top. This is one of the truly isolated beaches on kauai, with only a few homes in the area, and exquisite views of. The moloaa beach path is at the far northern end left side as approaching for the road gps trail map. Pdf packet now additionally includes a kauai beaches map. The mbr proposes to do work on this land in the conservation district and.
Order online tickets tickets see availability directions location. How are the tradewinds in the bay and have the waves been calm. Since moloaa stream forms a wide valley over 200 feet deep further inland, the coast would probably be the easiest route. Individual results may vary, but this was the perfect place for us. I had read that this trail used to go from moloaa bay to larsens beach and was a trail used by native. A stream entering the bay divides the crescent shaped beach in two but is easily crossable if you dont mind a couple of footsteps in the. Moloaa bay see more photos is one of the lesserknown beaches on kauai, located on the islands northeastern shore. Moloaa forest reserve kealia forest reserve lihuekoloa forest reserve nonou forest reserve. Enjoy all this when you rent holiday lodging and accommodation directly.
Previous studies1 did not analyze the moloaa study area shoreline. Rent a whole home for your next weekend or holiday. It will wind around to moloaa rd and drive to the small parking area near the beach. Accuracy of the map is limited to the accuracy of the tiger data. When rain threatens the north shore give moloaa bay a try provided its not too windy the beach is fairly exposed to wind and not as pleasant on windy days. Russian fort is situated 1100 feet east of waimea bay. Division of forestry and wildlife kauai albatross need. Vacation rentals at moloaa bay on kauai include a plantationstyle secluded beach estate, a threebedroom beach house and a onebedroom riverfront cottage. Moloaa bay experiences the least amount of rain of kauai s north shore beaches. Moloaa bay, kauai moloaa bay is a picturesque and great beach to visit when the ocean is calm and winds are light, particularly during the summer months. When the ocean is calm, swimming is possible and best on the right southeast side of the bay. Hanalei bay kealia wailua mahaulepu lydgate shipwrecks poipu beach park prince kuhio salt pond kekaha beach polihale na pali coast lumahai kee makua anini kauapea beach explorer swim at lifeguarded beaches ask lifeguards for safety and swimming tips. The preparation of this poster was financed in part by the. Visit 22 approved homesites on 164 ocean front acres makes moloaa bay ranch perfect for a developer looking for an amazing project.
Includes most major attractions, all major routes, airports, and a chart with estimated kauai driving times. Deputy on april 25, 1990, the commission on water resource management issued you a permit to construct, test, and install a pump in moloaa perius well well no. The proposed well site is at moloaa, kauai, at tax map key. Hanalei bay beach is bordered by the hanalei river to the east, the waipa. Moloaa bay coffee is grown on a 15 acre farm located on the northeast shore of kauai overlooking moloaa bay. Kauais map shows an island 33 miles long and roughly 25 miles wide, encompassing 554 square miles in diameter. Moloaa bay with the fortney ohana and friends from the big apple. In fact we spent 4 days at moloaa bay then transferred to the sheraton in poipu.
Hanalei bay hanalei kilauea land use moloaa bay map legend aquifer system areas hawaiian horne lands land use allocation guide agricultural military open park residential community resort transportation urban center wailua anahola anahola bay kapaa wailua bay anamaulu nawiliwili bay wainiha makaweli hanapepe hanapepe bay makahuena pt. The only visible commercial business there is the moloaa sunrise fruit. Occupying 552 square miles, kauai is circular in shape with lush, mountainous regions in its center and beaches covering almost half its shoreline. Moloaabay is located in a secluded valley about two miles off the highway at the end of a country road, just minutes away from kauais stunning north shore. From the grassy bluff area, the trail turns out of moloaa bay to follow the northeast facing ocean bluff. Lihue, the east side coconut coast, the north shore, the south shore and the west side. Both the east and west sections of the bay have small but good snorkeling areas. Moloaa this small, secluded north shore community features lush vegetation, farmsteads, and moloaa bay where gilligans island was filmed. Find unique places to stay with local hosts in 191 countries. Since december, a string of albatross killings has been reported at.
Kapaa kealia bike path kuna bay anahola bike path lydgate kapaa bike path nawiliwili ahukini bike path project assessment maps drawings. Water quality standards map hawaii department of health. The island of kauai map was further broken down into five zones shown in. Call the kauai visitors center to receive a free vacation planner guide 8002621400. Water quality standards map of the islands of kauai and nihau. Moloaa bay 6950 koolau road kilauea, hi parks mapquest. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking and is accessible yearround. Moloaa bay vacation rentals located on the northeastern shore of kauai, moloaa bay is a secluded stretch of land that will entice you with its breathtaking scenery and romantic atmosphere.
An afternoon swimming and paddleboarding on moloaa beach, kauai. Follow moloaa road to the end and youll find a few spots but if those are taken back track a bit and park along the street where possible and where allowed. Moloaa bay is considered on the north end of the east coast of kauai or on the east end of the north coast. The price was right, the location was great, and the house was perfect. The coastal trail stays near sealevel until the middle of the picture, then it climbs up to the middle bench on the right.
Permission to construct, test, and install a pump in a 6inch diameter well well no. Moloaa bay transects 75 127 has experienced erosion at an average rate of 0. Moloaa is gorgeous but not for swimming and even with the rough water, i never see surfers there either. Our roadways for the most part are two lanes with little or no shoulder. Maps and directions to moloaa bay in kauai kilauea, hawaii. While the sheraton was nice, we were surrounded by other tourists constantly and it. Click on kauai map icons to zoom in, get directions or navigate to individual restaurants, beaches, hikes and kauai attractions. Tunnels haena state park sits at the far western end of the north shore. Browse 2,515 vacation rentals to book online direct from owner in moloaa bay, kilauea.
County of kauai geographic information system gis layers. To reach moloaa bay turn off 56 at mile marker 20 at kolaa rd. Printable kauai tsunami maps new evacuation zones 2016 pdf, printer. Moloaa bay beach path, kauai hawaii condos in kauai. The main beach here is tunnels, a small bay with shallow water that is perfect for snorkeling in the summer months, and a prime spot for surfers to test their might in the winter. Please use caution and be respectful of pedestrians and. For a change of pace, spend a day dining, shopping and enjoying the beaches in po. Find the most current and reliable 7 day weather forecasts, storm alerts, reports and information for city with the weather network. Kalepa forest reserve w a i m e a r i v e r o l k e l e r i v e r. Choose from more than 2,500 properties, ideal house rentals for families, groups and couples.
They were photographed and the image is posted on fliers that are being distributed in the community, starting friday. Moloaa, hawaii 7 day weather forecast the weather network. Russian fort elizabeth is a national historic landmark and is administered as the russian fort elizabeth state historical park just southeast of presentday waimea on the island of kaua. Moloaa bay isnt a secret beach and can be very popular with locals so youll want to get here early in the day and ideally on a weekday because the parking situation is pretty bad here. The slope of the bluff here is moderate, and instead of climbing to the flat area at the top or the rocks at the bottom, the trial crosses the slope on a course with small dips and rises.
As to rainfall, the entry into the bay is very lush so i imagine it gets plenty of rain. It is a pretty beach, framed by hilly dunes and green vegetation. Vacation rentals available for short and long term stay on vrbo. This letter is in regards the moloaa bay ranch mbr property on kauai id tmk 44911. As you can see, theres a wide variety of activities in kauai that will appeal to a wide range of interests. The bay is a third of a mile wide with each end outcropping back slightly into the bay.
The island of kauai was designated as the fourth tax district of the state of hawaii. Moloaa bay vacation rentals, hotels, weather, map and. Despite the often placid appearance of the area in the summer, strong currents can form around the bay and. This is the beach where both the pilot and season 1 episode 1 for gilligans island were filmed. Lihue the department of land and natural resources is asking for the publics help in identifying the owners of two dogs recently seen attacking groundnesting laysan albatrosses in moloaa, kauai. The coffee cherry variety typica are handpicked, processed and dried for our award winning coffee with its unique favor. This photo shows the bluffs on the west side of molaa bay.