86°
Isolated Rain Showers
19%
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Kauai County, HI · Hawaiian Islands
Salt Pond Beach Park
4331 Lele Rd, Hanapepe, HI 96716
A protected reef-rimmed cove on Kauai's sunny south shore at Hanapepe — one of the calmest swimming beaches on the island. Named for the adjacent salt pans where Native Hawaiian families still harvest pa'akai (sea salt) by traditional methods in the summer dry season.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
78°F water · 86°F air
Full NWS forecast for Thursday
Isolated rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. East wind 14 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. East wind around 14 mph.
Weather
- 86°F air — ideal beach weather
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 5.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
76 /100
great
72 Swim
77 Sunbathe
84 Walk
66 Fish
76 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
86°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
14 to 17 mph
E
Rain
19%
Thursday
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:56 PM
0.6 ft · in 7.1h
Wave Height
5.9 ft
7s · NE swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
11:57 AM
Sunset
1:25 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:57 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 2:02 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 9:56 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
22%
70
86°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
16%
85
86°
Isolated Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
17%
85
87°
Isolated Rain Showers
19%
81
88°
Isolated Rain Showers
21%
75
87°
Isolated Rain Showers
17%
81
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 14 to 17 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
8:50 PM - 9:50 PM
Major
1:50 AM - 3:50 AM
Minor
8:10 AM - 9:10 AM
Major
2:20 PM - 4:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free, large lot off Lokokai Rd.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited (Kauai County beach parks).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
4331 Lele Rd, Hanapepe, HI 96716
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Salt Pond Beach Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Salt Pond Beach Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Salt Pond Beach Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited (Kauai County beach parks).
Is there an entry fee at Salt Pond Beach Park?
Entry to Salt Pond Beach Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Salt Pond Beach Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Salt Pond Beach Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Salt Pond Beach Park?
Amenities at Salt Pond Beach Park include lifeguards, restrooms, outdoor showers, BBQ grills, picnic tables, pavilion, camping (permit), drinking water.
When is the water warmest at Salt Pond Beach Park?
Hawaiian water is consistently 75-82°F year-round, with the summer peak in August-September. Swimming comfortable every month; rip currents and shore-break hazards drive the safety picture more than temperature.
Where is Salt Pond Beach Park located?
Salt Pond Beach Park is in Kauai County, HI, at 4331 Lele Rd, Hanapepe, HI 96716.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS