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The Swinging Bridge in Hanapepe is nothing more than a cute little diversion if you want to take a break from driving. It’s actually not the original bridge, it was rebuilt in 1992 after the original was destroyed by a hurricane. This quaint footbridge is a picturesque stop if you’re hanging out in the charming village of Hanapepe but it’s not worth building your day around.
Written Jul 22, 2009
Website: http://www.hawaiiweb.com/kauai/sites_to_see/HanapepeSwingingBridge.htm
Salt Pond Beach is a nice big beach with plenty of parking and a large calm enough swimming. This beach is larger than most of the other beaches on the south and near-west sides of the island making it ideal for families. It’s also quiet and surprisingly less populated than most of the other beaches in the area. The beach is named for the salt ponds directly east. Hawaiians still use these ponds to make rock salt. Salt Pond Beach also has showers, barbecue grills campgrounds and a lifeguard station. It’s definitely worth a visit if you’re looking for a great place to camp or a nice, quiet beach to hang out at for the day. It’s also a great beach for windsurfing. On some days there is even a local shrimp truck serving delicious hot meals and cold shaved ice.
Written Jan 27, 2009
Website: http://www.hawaiiweb.com/Kauai/html/beaches/salt_pond_beach_park.html
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You can get a map almost anywhere in this town and you can do the walking tour. Its a short walk and most of the older buildings have a plaque with a picture and explainatin of what the used to be back in the 1800's. Its not the most exciting self tour but its nice.
Written Dec 17, 2007
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Rob got his tattoo here by Sam. He does really great work and is very well known on the island for his original tribal tats.
After Rob got his tattoo people who saw it would ask "oh, did Sam do that?" I dont think that Sam knew half the people that know him.
He has a reputation for doing solid pieces. He also has a great personality and alot of knowledge and background of tribal pieces.
Rob was more than satisfied with his new piece and we are looking forward to seeing Sam in Long Beach California next year.
Written Dec 16, 2007
Phone: 808-335-2865
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I really liked this beach. I found it by accident but I was so glad I did. At first I wasnt sure what to expect but basically you can have a picnic here. There are tables, lots of parking and a beautiful beach. There wasnt alot of people here which was nice but ther were a few families and alot of little kids.
From what I understand this place is still used to make salt out of seawater.
Written Dec 16, 2007
Address: Lele Road
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I cant say that this is the most exciting thing to do in Hanapepe but as we were exploring this town we came across the swinging bridge and we walked across. So, you go across and you come back and thats all there is to it. Its not the largest or the highest swinging bridge but its something to do.
The bridge goes over the Hanapepe river and it is there for the people that live on the other side of the river.
It was first built in 1911 and it is made of wood. If there are a number of people on the bridge it does sway quite a bit.
Written Dec 16, 2007
Address: located in downtown
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The Kanaloa’s Shrimp Truck can often be found at Salt Pond Beach. This family owned and operated venture offers delicious food for reasonable prices. Many people are frightened off by eating street food but I personally think you’re missing out on a world of amazing flavors and feasts if you limit yourself this way. Dining at a shrimp truck is perfectly safe. All the food is made-to-order so peruse the menu, order whatever tickles your fancy and sit back and you’re in for quite a treat! Kai, the owner’s kid, definitely entertained us while we were waiting for our food. The owner, Kanaloa, was friendly and welcoming and even gave us a free shaved ice. If you’re looking for cheap, great, local food look no further than Kanaloa’s.
Favorite Dish: The Garlic Shrimp plate and the shaved ice were definite winners among our crew. And the shaved ice is a great way to cool down on any beach day!
Updated Jan 28, 2009
Address: Salt Pond Beach Parking Lot
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I dont know what it was about Hanapepe but I loved this little town. There was so much charm to it and even though there really wasnt much to do here I really enjoyed spending time here.
We just drove through a couple times. There are several small art galleries in the old downtown area. Since that stuff does not interest us, we just passed through. Oh, wait! We did stop for one photo...
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