Surfing is one of the many popular water sports on Kauai. One of the best aspects of surfing is that you can participate or watch. Either way everyone has a great time.
Best Locations for Kauai Surfing
Kauai's four regions, North, South, East, and West, all offer incredible surfing experiences. Favorite spots for surfing on Kauai include:
- Salt Pond
- Allerton's
- Kukuiula Harbor
- Davidsons at Kekaha
- Pakalas
- Poipu Beach
- Lawai Beach (aka P.K.s, Centers, and Acid Drop)
- Shipwrecks Beach
- Nawiliwili Harbor
- Hanalei Bay
- Tunnels Beach
- and Cannons.
Whether watching the waves from the shore or riding them, surfing on Kauai is a memorable experience. Surfers live for the thrill of powerful waves.
Kauai Surfing Safety
Always check for a report on weather and tide conditions -- make water safety your first priority and you're ensured a grand time. If you'd like to learn to surf, check out the surf schools on the island to find the right teacher for you.