Nāwiliwili Park
About
Large, sandy beach with a grassy area, palm trees & a port for cruise ships & other boats.
Reviews lean positive — 4.4 out of 5 across 286 Google reviews.
The gates never close, so an early run and a late walk are both on the table.
The quick take
Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other parks in Lihue.
What works
Solid local standing
A 4.4 average from 286 reviews puts it comfortably above the middle of the pack.
Open 24 hours
No gate times to work around — useful for sunrise starts and after-dark walks alike.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Worth knowing first
Parking is undocumented
No lot or street parking is recorded against this listing. Assume you are hunting for a kerbside spot.
No easy way to confirm
Neither a phone number nor a website is on file, so there is nobody to check with ahead of a visit.
The only one of its kind here
We list no other parks in Lihue, so there is no fallback close by if it disappoints.
Planning a visit
General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.
A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.
When to go
Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset. With 24-hour access, the quiet end of the day is genuinely available to you.
What to bring
- Water
- A blanket or folding chair
- Sunscreen on clear days
- Leash and waste bags
- A light if you are going after dark
Hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Amenities
Common questions about Nāwiliwili Park
What is Nāwiliwili Park?
Large, sandy beach with a grassy area, palm trees & a port for cruise ships & other boats. It is a park in Lihue, HI, at Waapa Rd.
What are the opening hours at Nāwiliwili Park?
Nāwiliwili Park is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Are dogs allowed at Nāwiliwili Park?
Yes — Nāwiliwili Park is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.
Is there parking at Nāwiliwili Park?
No parking is recorded for Nāwiliwili Park. Expect to look for street parking nearby.
Is Nāwiliwili Park good for kids?
Yes — Nāwiliwili Park is flagged as family-friendly.
How is Nāwiliwili Park rated?
Nāwiliwili Park holds 4.4 out of 5 stars from 286 Google reviews.