Hanalei Bay sits on the Hanalei Bay. Our conditions page shows today's water temperature, surf height, wind, UV index, tide times from NOAA station 1611400, and rip current risk. Everything is pulled live from NOAA and Open-Meteo and refreshes through the day.
View Live ConditionsPark at Hanalei Bay in lots like Black Pot Beach Park Lot, Weke Road (Bay Side), Hanalei Bay Parking Area. Our parking page maps every option with addresses, rates from Free and a live crowd-based availability estimate so you can plan ahead and skip circling.
Find ParkingAt Hanalei Bay, don't miss the Taro Burger at Hanalei Taro & Juice. Our dining page pulls live ratings and hours from Google Places and highlights the local dishes worth ordering.
Explore DiningBoats leave Hanalei Bay from Hanalei Bay (beach launch) & Hanalei River Launch, including the Na Pali Coast Sea Kayak — dolphin watches, sunset sails, kayak tours and fishing charters. Our things to do page lists the operators, departure times and prices.
See Things to DoHanalei Bay hosts Surfing Hanalei Bay and more. Our events page pulls the current week's lineup so nothing sneaks up on you.
Check EventsIt depends on the UV index and your skin. Our conditions page converts today's hourly UV forecast at Hanalei Bay into minutes to burn using the standard erythemal dose model, so instead of "UV 9" you get "unprotected fair skin burns in about 18 minutes", along with the strongest stretch of the day and when to reapply. Open sand and water reflect UV back at you, so the estimate includes a beach uplift.
Check Today's Burn TimeIt depends on when. Dogs must be kept on a leash and under control at all times in the park; letting a dog loose requires a permit from the Parks and Recreation Director. Source: Kaua'i County Code, Chapter 19, Sec. 19-1.4 (General Prohibitions Applicable to All Parks and Recreation Facilities), checked 2026-09-10.
See All Beach RulesIt depends on when. Possessing or drinking alcohol in the park is banned only between 11pm and 6am. It is allowed at any other hour. Source: Kaua'i County Code, Chapter 19, Sec. 19-1.4 (General Prohibitions Applicable to All Parks and Recreation Facilities), checked 2026-09-10.
See All Beach RulesIt depends where on the beach. Fires may only be started in a designated grill, portable grill, or fireplace, never as an open beach fire, and must be fully put out after use. Source: Kaua'i County Code, Chapter 19, Sec. 19-1.4 (General Prohibitions Applicable to All Parks and Recreation Facilities), checked 2026-09-10.
See All Beach RulesOnly with a permit. A prefabricated 'quick tent' up to 20 feet by 20 feet, set up for an event or gathering, does not need a permit. Any larger or more permanent tent or structure needs a County Engineer permit. Source: Kaua'i County Code, Chapter 19, Sec. 19-1.4 (General Prohibitions Applicable to All Parks and Recreation Facilities), checked 2026-09-10.
See All Beach RulesAt Hanalei Bay, the sun sets at 12:28 AM today — about 11h 58m of daylight. Sunrise was 12:30 PM. Live water temperature, surf height, UV index, wind and tide for Hanalei Bay update at the top of the conditions page.