Kilauea & Kalihiwai

Kilauea, at the eastern end of Kauai’s North Shore, is a former sugar and guava plantation town now known for its charming stone architecture, vibrant community, and organic farming culture. The town center features a post office, medical facilities, shops, restaurants, and Kilauea Elementary School. Kilauea’s most iconic landmark, the Kilauea Lighthouse, sits within the Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge, offering sweeping ocean views and abundant birdlife. Nearby beaches include Kalihiwai Bay—easily accessible for swimming, surfing, and paddling—along with the more secluded Kauapea (Secret Beach) and Kahili (Rock Quarry Beach), which require short hikes. Real estate ranges from affordable subdivisions like Kilauea Gardens and Puu Lani to large agricultural estates in communities such as Kalihiwai Ridge, Seacliff Plantation, and Kilauea Farms, many offering acreage, privacy, and mountain or ocean views.