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Wonderful flora and beautiful views of the valley. It's worth setting off early.

Waipouli Beach is a more low-key park by the Waipouli Beach Resort. There is public beach access on the south end, and it's a hangout spot for Kauai’s monk seals, right off the biking coastal path. This area is family-friendly, with shopping, coffee shops, activities, and hiking very close by. It has been marked as a wonderful spot to see the sunrise.

Kapa'a Beach is a long beach with golden sands that parallels the Kapa'a Bike Path. The full name is Ke Ala Hele Makalae, meaning “path that goes by the coast." Most people simply call it the Kapa‘a Bike Path or Kaua‘i Bike Trail. This bike path is a multi-use path that totals about 7 miles.

Lydgate Beach Park is a nice family-friendly beach with a recreation area around it. The beach can be a good option for swimming and snorkeling, with two rock-enclosed natural lagoons with different species of tropical fishes. It’s a nice safe haven from the open ocean waves, making it a good place for beginner snorkelers. The recreation area provides picnic areas, ‘Kamalani’ playground, and restrooms, and there is also a lifeguard at the beach. This is a perfect spot to end the ride along Kapaa Bike Path and enjoy the facilities of the park.

Poliahu Heiau at Wailua River State Park in Wailua has views of the Wailua River and the Pacific Ocean. Here you can also see the ancient Hawai'ian temple, Poliahu. All these things can be seen from the turnout. Poliahu is believed to be a Luakini (ancient Hawaiian) temple for the god Ku for success in war. Sadly, the structures were destroyed in 1819 by colonialism. It is important for a visitor to note that the area is considered sacred to many, so be respectful when visiting.

Donkey Beach is a secluded beach in the northeast of Kauai. The beach was a very popular nudist beach, but isn't anymore as the current owners decided against it. As the water is pretty rough here, it's not the perfect beach for swimming and snorkeling, but still a very nice spot for sunbathers and to take a little break after a long day

Keālia Beach is a long, white sand beach popular for whale watching during the winter. Surfers frequent here, depending on the swell and wind conditions. The north end of the beach can be good for swimming and boogie boarding. Keālia Beach has lifeguards, restrooms, and showers. The Kapa'a Coastal Path is awesome for biking and is paved.

Wailua Falls is 173 feet tall and on the river near Lihue. This water might look familiar because it was featured on the intro to the series Fantasy Island. Hawaiian men would historically jump from the top of the falls to prove their manhood, but it is not recommended now as it can be dangerous and illegal. The hike down can also be muddy, but the pool below the falls is great for swimming, though swimmers must watch out for swift currents close to the waterfall. All in all, it is recommended to be enjoyed safely from the viewpoint.