Wailua River — Kaumualiʻi public launch
Launch Type
Skill Level
Surface / Access
Mapped concrete river slipway with nearby bank access; wet surfaces and river levels vary.
Allowed Craft
Public river launch used by independent paddlers and customers who transport rental kayaks from nearby outfitters. Launch here rather than assuming a rental check-in address is on the water.
Fees
Residents: free with Hawaiʻi ID. Nonresidents: $5/person (age 4+) plus $10/noncommercial vehicle; credit card only. Rental vessels require the operator’s commercial permit/decal.
Parking Info
Use designated public parking. Keep driveways, emergency access and boat-trailer stalls clear.
Managing Agency
Hawaiʻi DLNR Division of State Parks / Wailua River State Park
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Drinking water not confirmed; bring your own.
Night lighting not confirmed; plan to launch and return in daylight.
Dedicated boat wash not confirmed; bring a small rinse supply.
No camping authorization established; use only a separately permitted campground.
As checked 2026-10-05: river and designated landing/trailhead reopened; no individual-kayak access to Fern Grotto. Trail beyond trailhead and Uluwehi/Secret Falls remain closed.
Flash floods, fast flow, debris, boat wakes and poor water quality after rain. Cancel when heavy rain or flooding is possible.
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Address
Wailua, Kauaʻi, Hawaii (see written directions)
City
Wailua — Kauaʻi
County / Region
Kauaʻi
State / Country
Hawaii, United States
Coordinates
22.045796, -159.339015
From Kūhiō Highway at the north side of the Wailua River bridge turn onto Kuamoʻo Road and follow signs to the Kaumualiʻi riverside launch area. Use the designated public ramp for your craft; keep the outrigger-only area and commercial staging clear. Pay any required park fees before launching. GPS marks the published access/meeting point; follow the final carry described here.
Phone
No site-specific phone verified; consult DLNR State Parks Wailua page.
Hours / Season
State park lists daily 7:00 a.m.–7:45 p.m.; follow current recovery restrictions.
Rentals / Marina
Several Wailua outfitters rent kayaks; verify required vessel decal and transport/launch instructions.
Accessibility
No adaptive launch verified. Sand, slope or uneven footing may require carrying assistance.
