Named America's Best Beach by The Travel Channel, Po‘ipū Beach is popular because the sunny weather and calm water that surrounds the chain of beautiful wide, white sandy beaches. Probably the most popular beach on Kaua‘i’s South Shore, Po‘ipū has something to offer for everyone: snorkeling, swimming, surfing or leisurely walks along the beach. An offshore reef causes the waves to break before they reach the shore making it a keiki-friendly beach. Swimming and snorkeling are great between the offshore reef and the coast while the breaking waves outside the calm waters create surfing and boogie boarding opportunities. Dangerous water conditions can occur during periods of high surf, usually in winter. Beginning surf lessons are available as well as a nearby playground. Lifeguards, showers, picnic tables, charcoal grill pits, pavilions, and restrooms are also available.