Hawaii, United States of America

Honopu Beach

Honopu Beach, situated on the Kaua’i island in Hawaii, is located in the remote Honopu valley and cannot be accessed via land.

Despite being relatively unknown, this beach has been a popular filming location for Hollywood movies such as The King Kong (1976), Six Days Seven Nights, Honeymoon in Vegas, Acapulco Gold, Pirates of the Caribbean, among others.

Discover places to stay near Honopu Beach and explore the untouched beauty of this remote Hawaiian paradise.

Honopu Beach's natural beauty remains unspoiled as boat landings are not permitted.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beautiful and secluded nature of Honopu Beach in Kauai, accessible only by water with a quarter-mile swim from Kalalau Beach. Visitors appreciate the stunning cliffs and hills, as well as the wildlife including dolphins, sea turtles, and colorful fish. Some warn against attempting to swim to the beach from Kalalau due to dangerous ocean conditions.

Where to Stay near Honopu Beach?

Most visitors to Honopu Beach stay in nearby towns such as Hanalei or Princeville, which offer a range of accommodations from luxury resorts to cozy bed and breakfasts. Since Honopu Beach is only accessible by water, staying in these nearby areas allows visitors to explore other attractions on Kaua'i Island as well.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Honopu Beach?

Latitude: 22.1703 / Longitude: -159.6708

Honopu Beach is located in Hawaii. The following map of Honopu Beach shows the exact location.

Honopu Beach: Weather Today

📅 Wednesday, August 26, 2026
It is a beautiful and warm day to head out to Honopu Beach, though you should be prepared for some breezy conditions. With a maximum air temperature of 27.8 °C and the water sitting at a pleasant 27.0 °C, the conditions are perfect for a refreshing swim. You will enjoy plenty of sunshine throughout the day, so please be aware that the UV Index is 8.55, making sun protection essential to avoid burns. While the weather is mostly clear, the winds are quite active today, which may create some choppier waters with moderate waves coming into the shore. Overall, it is a fantastic day to soak up the sun and enjoy the ocean, provided you keep an eye on the wind and stay protected from the strong sun.
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Air

Low / High25.2°C/27.8°C
Feels Like (High)31°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature27.0 °C
Wave Height1.4 m
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Rain

Rain Chance6%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:19/19:00
Sunshine Hours12.3 hrs
UV Index8.55
Cloud Cover28%
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Wind

Speed28.9 km/h
Gusts39.2 km/h
DirectionE

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