Learn why locals love Fuji Beach, a calm and quiet shoreline in Kapaa ideal for kids, tidepooling, and morning strolls.
- Region: East Shore
- Small beach in Kapaa is also known as Baby Beach due to its calm waters that are perfect for keiki (children).
- Best for snorkeling, tidepooling, swimming, children, and hanging out.
- Located on the Kapaa Bike Path for easy pedestrian and bicycling access.
- Vehicle parking on the side of the road.
- No lifeguards or restrooms.
- Map: Google Maps
Tucked between quiet homes and the edge of the sea in Kapaa, Fuji Beach is one of those places that locals return to again and again—not for the drama of big surf or dramatic cliffs, but for its calm, familiar charm. This narrow stretch of sand offers a peaceful retreat for families, early risers, and anyone looking to slow down on Kauai’s east side.
Protected by an offshore reef, the waters at Fuji Beach stay shallow and gentle most of the year, making it a favorite for families with young children. At low tide, tidepools emerge along the shoreline, perfect for little ones to explore. Locals often refer to it as “Baby Beach” for just that reason—it’s one of the safest spots on the island for keiki to wade and play.
Fuji Beach also holds a special place in the hearts of the Kapaa community. It’s named in honor of Dr. Kenneth Fujii, a respected family doctor who practiced nearby for many years. (Over time, the name lost an i, from Fujii to Fuji.) In 1957, he became the first physician in the Territory of Hawaii to administer the Salk polio vaccine. Over the course of his career, Dr. Fuji delivered more than 2,000 babies on Kauai, according to an article by June Watanabe of the Honolulu Star Advertiser. Naming this family-friendly beach after him seems only fitting—a quiet shoreline where children still laugh, splash, and grow up beside the sea.
One of the best ways to reach Fuji Beach is by foot or bike via the Ke Ala Hele Makalae (the Kapaa Bike Path), Kauai’s scenic coastal path that runs for miles along the eastern shore. The bike path passes right next to Fuji Beach, offering easy access for walkers, joggers, and cyclists. It’s a perfect stop for those enjoying the ride in the Kapaa area. Take a moment to pause here, find a shady spot beneath a tree, and listen to the waves brushing the reef. If you’re arriving by vehicle, parking can be found on the side of the road. It’s such a relaxing setting that local residents will often park at the beach and take in the peaceful surroundings with their windows rolled down.
Though there are no facilities or lifeguards on site, Fuji Beach is just a short walk from downtown Kapaa, where you’ll find coffee shops, restaurants, and places to grab a smoothie or snack. The beach itself may feel like a quiet hideaway, but you’re never far from the heartbeat of town.
Whether you arrive by bike, on foot, or by car, Fuji Beach offers something rare: a space that feels truly local, gently shaped by generations of family memories, where time stretches out like the tide and the day moves at its own peaceful pace.
