Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge

What a beautiful place to watch all of the sea birds and take in the views. If this were whale watching season, we would have been for hours. Be sure to make reservations in advance. It’s a busy place. But you have time and space to see the lighthouse and take in the views.

Was just OK overall. Saw around eight species of seabirds and a monk seal. Understaffed and took 15 minutes inching forward in car line to get in, which shouldn’t happen when reservations are required. Glad I went because I’m a birder, but wouldn’t go back.

Amazing. I did not expect to see so many sea birds. The hill facing the lighthouse was literally dotted with birds. One can see them flying in and out, quite closeby. The ocean view is great too, with waves crashing into caves. The website and the banner outside says that pre-registration is needed. However, they do accept walk-ins, so do take a chance

This place is stunning. Definitely going to come back during whale season.

Another breathtaking location on the island. It's noted as sunset paradise on the maps but, depending on the time of year, you won't see the sunset from here. However, the road up to the point has pull outs to find the perfect spot. Still, this is a special place at sunset to watch the birds roost/nest for the night. Many threatened species nest here and you can watch the birds make their rather ungainly (comical!) landings at their nesting holes in the bank. Worth the trip!

A great place whether you're a birder or just want to learn about birds. We saw fledgling albatrosses testing out their wings, tons of nesting shearwater, frigatebirds, nene and, of course, manu-o-Kū! Definitely a great place for views, too. Staff are very knowledgeable and friendly.

So many sea birds! It's a very small area that is accessible to the public, but there are waves crashing against the coast on one side of the peninsula, a little island straight out, and views of a great beach on the other. The lighthouse itself is cool. I wish you could go inside.

If you're into bird watching Kilauea Point national wildlife preserve has to be on your Kauai checklist. Great opportunities to see red tail and white tail tropic birds, red footed bobbies, great frigate birds, albatrosses. Even if you're not a bird watcher, the views from the lighthouse are breathtaking!. Note: you have to make a reservation to enter ( you can do it online and the cost is minimal). Definitely a family friendly outing. There is a small visitors center by the lighthouse in addition to various displays talking about the wildlife that can be observed. They also distribute a pamphlet at the entrance.