Best Surf Beaches in Lihue

4.0·7 reviews
1 beaches

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Best of 1 Lihue spots

Kalapaki Beach

Surf score

2/100

Wave

3 ft

Wind

Strong

Condition

Poor Conditions

Windy

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BeachHeightWindVerdict
Kalapaki Beach3 ftStrongPoor
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Featured Beaches(1)

Kalapaki Beach

Beginner friendly

Kalapaki Beach in Līhue is a crescent of golden sand sheltered by a breakwall that tames the waves and creates calm waters perfect for swimming and learning to surf. Surfers enjoy small, fun peaks near the river mouth and harbor entrance on modest east or northeast swells. The beach fronts a resort with amenities, making it a family-friendly spot but still requiring awareness of currents near the harbor.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Lihue

Lihue has 1 surf spot. They break down by skill level: 1 beginner.
The top-ranked surf spots in Lihue are: 1. Kalapaki Beach (4.0/5). Rankings are based on community ratings, reviews, and recent surf intel.
Yes, Lihue has 1 beginner-friendly spot, including Kalapaki Beach. These spots offer gentler waves suitable for learning.
Water temperatures in the area range from 73-80°F. In summer, boardshorts or rashguard is typical. In winter, bring spring suit optional. You can go with just trunks year-round.

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