Anini Beach

Came to the beach to lay out and some light snorkeling. Good amount of parking by the campgrounds/park area. The beach in this part felt more like a narrow strip of beach but there was still enough space to lay out. We went around 3:30pm and there were lots of of shaded areas from the trees, we didn’t even need the umbrella we rented. It got shadier while we were there and by 5pm majority of the beach was shaded and only some small slivers of sun left. The sand is rocky in a lot of places and was a bit painful to walk along some parts of the shore. Tried to snorkel but didn’t see any fish. However, was fully committed to snorkeling as I had no fins so maybe if I was able to swim out further I might have seen more. From what I can tell, only a handful of people were snorkeling anyhow. Highlight was the pasture across the beach/park where there were 2 horses grazing. Was able to walk right up to them as they were hanging around the fence.

best spot for snorkeling! there is a sand bar far out so there’s no waves making it to the shore. find the big rocks and you will find the fish (we got to see the state fish-humuhumunukunukuapua!) it is quite cold on the beach however, it’s windy and shaded

We visited in late morning in December, practically had 1/2 mile of beach to ourselves. Low current makes for great snorkeling along this beach. Always make a point to visit this location when vacationing in Kauai.

Anini Beach on Kauai is a beautiful 2.5-mile stretch of white sand known for its calm waters and shallow reef, making it a fantastic spot for families and those seeking a more relaxed beach experience. Here's a summary of its highlights: Safe Swimming: The protective reef creates a lagoon-like environment, ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and even paddling. Family-Friendly: The gentle waves and shallow waters make it a safe and enjoyable place for children to play. Relaxing Atmosphere: Anini Beach tends to be less crowded than some of the more popular beaches on Kauai, offering a more peaceful and tranquil experience. Activities: In addition to swimming and snorkeling, you can enjoy activities like stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, and windsurfing. Overall, Anini Beach is a beautiful and relaxing beach with something to offer everyone. Whether you're looking for a place to swim, snorkel, or simply relax and soak up the sun, Anini Beach is a fantastic choice.

Beautiful beautiful beach, my husband and I chose this beach to get married on, and it exceeded our expectations! Also went back the next day, and it had amazing snorkeling.

very shallow beach, so best for getting into water for hours, specially if you can't swim. it's considered very good for snorkeling. it has some very interesting trees. must visit if you around Kapa'a, or on your way to Hanalei.

Beautiful beach with great shower access! Snorkeling was also beautiful and saw over ten turtles, crabs, and a good deal of fish. Would be a somewhat intermediate snorkeler because there’s a lot of reefs that can be easily destroyed and substantial turtle life that can be hurt if not surrounded carefully!

Always calm waves, have spotted several turtles and lots of fish. We pulled off on several points at the beach and by far the first big pull off area is best for seeing fish and activity.