Po'ipu Beach

Beach Rules

Dogs, drinks, fires and drones at this beach, answered for right now.

DogsYes, on a leash

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.

AlcoholYes, right now

Possessing or drinking alcohol in the park is banned only between 11pm and 6am. It is allowed at any other hour.

Allowed until 11 PM
Fires & grillsDepends, by area

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.

Tents & shadeDepends, 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.

Not verified here

DronesNot verified

We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.

GlassNot verified

We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.

SmokingNot verified

We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.

FishingNot verified

We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.

Amplified musicNot verified

We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.

Metal detectingNot verified

We have not verified this rule for this beach yet. Check with the city before you rely on it.

Source: Kaua'i County Code, Chapter 19, Sec. 19-1.4 (General Prohibitions Applicable to All Parks and Recreation Facilities) ยท checked 2026-09-10. Rules change by ordinance and by season. When it matters, confirm with the posted signs.

Dogs at Po'ipu: 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. Allowed only in places or at certain times: dogs, alcohol, fires & grills, tents & shade. Checked against Kaua'i County Code, Chapter 19, Sec. 19-1.4 (General Prohibitions Applicable to All Parks and Recreation Facilities) on 2026-09-10. Rules we have not verified for Po'ipu are marked as such rather than guessed on the beach rules page.