Best beaches for kayaking

Sea kayaking rewards calm water and gentle wind. Swell scores conditions so you can plan a paddle that stays fun, not a fight.

Best beaches for kayaking right now

• Ha'ena Beach (Hā‘ena), Keaau-Mountain View, HI — 4.4 / 5 for kayaking
• Baldwin Beach, Paia, HI — 4.3 / 5 for kayaking
• Kūʻau Cove, Paia, HI — 4.3 / 5 for kayaking
• North Paia Beach, Makawao-Paia, HI — 4.3 / 5 for kayaking
• Hookipa Park Beach, Makawao-Paia, HI — 4.3 / 5 for kayaking
• Polo Beach (Maui County), Kahului, HI — 4.3 / 5 for kayaking
• VOR Beach, Kahului, HI — 4.3 / 5 for kayaking
• Kanaha Beach, Kahului, HI — 4.3 / 5 for kayaking

Ideal conditions for kayaking

• Calm to small waves
• Light, steady wind
• Comfortable temperature

Swell rates every US beach 0–5 for kayaking from live marine and weather data, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can find the best beach for kayaking near you right now. Find beaches near you or browse by state.