Comprehensive Resources for Princeville, Kilauea and Hanalei residents and visitors

Register now for the 2025 Ohana FitFest 5K Obstacle Fun Run/Walk.

Hosted by North Shore Give, Ohana FitFest is a family-friendly 5K obstacle fun run/walk happening on Saturday, September 27 in Princeville. This high-spirited community event blends fun and fitness while raising funds to support North Shore school health and fitness programs. “Ohana FitFest is more than a run or walk—it’s one big, joyful celebration of community,” said Ken Rosenthal, North Shore Give Board Member, Health & Wellness Committee Chair, and Ohana FitFest Event Director. “It’s a chance for families and friends—whether you live here or visiting—to laugh, climb, crawl, and cheer each other on while supporting programs that keep our keiki healthy ...
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There has always been something special about the islands in the Pacific. Hawaii is the southernmost U.S. state, the eighth smallest in land area, and with 1.4 million residents it ranks 13th in population density. With more than 10 million visitors annually, Hawaii is one of the 10 most visited states in the US. 

“There remains today a place of tranquility and serenity. A place bathed in sun and washed with soft breezes, where the air is fragrant with the perfume of ginger and jasmine. A place where the eternal surf causes life to be unhurried and man to be at peace with himself. This place is Princeville.”
From “Princeville: The Origin”

Four of the top 5 beaches on Kauai are on the North Shore. We list them here.

The top 7 Hawaii islands are home to 1,42 million residents. Here is where they live.

Princeville gets 78 inches of rain per year. See a month-by-month breakdown.

100+ beaches and 750 miles of coastline. Read more fascinating Hawaii factoids.

There are 1,300 vacation rentals and a 250 hotel rooms in Princeville. Details here.

Princeville has 1,669 residents that live on 56 streets. More details.

Save Our Shearwaters (SOS)

Save Our Shearwaters (SOS)

Princeville Moʻolelo Lecture Series: “What’s the Fuss About Fallout?”Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | 5:00–6:30 p.m. | Princeville Community Center & via Zoom The Princeville Moʻolelo ...
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Namahana School Opens as First Middle and High School, Transforming Education on the North Shore of Kaua‘i

On August 4, 2025, a historic milestone was reached on Kaua‘i’s North Shore with the opening of Namahana Public Charter School, the island’s first tuition-free ...
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Mahalo to North Shore Volunteers: A Beautiful Day of Gratitude and Aloha

This past Sunday, more than 45 dedicated volunteers gathered at ʻĀina Ho’okupu o Kīlauea for the North Shore Give Volunteer Picnic — a special afternoon ...
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Kauai Princeville Weather

Princeville Weather Month by Month Many consider Princeville’s weather to be the best on the planet. The sun shines almost every day, it rains almost ...
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Botanical Gardens on the North Shore

Princeville Botanical Gardens and two other beautiful gardens located on the North Shore  The North Shore is blessed with three beautiful Botanical Gardens.   Princeville ...
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Hiking Trails on Kauai’s North Shore

Kauai Hikes North Shore The North Shore of Kauai is a hiking heaven and you don’t have to be an expert to enjoy most of ...
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Beaches on the North Shore

Best Kauai Beaches located on the North Shore The North Shore of Kaua’i is home to some of the best beaches in the world and ...
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5 Reasons to Love the North Shore of Kauai

5 Reasons to Love the North Shore of Kauai Kauai is one of the most beautiful islands in the world, and the North Shore of ...
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Kauai Princeville Hotels and Vacation Rentals

Kauai Princeville Hotels and Vacation Rentals There are 250 hotel rooms and another approximately 1,300 vacation rentals (houses and condos) available in Princeville every night. ...
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Princeville Kauai Videos

Great video clips that have been shared online and provide a realistic view of the beauty of the North Shore of Kauai. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_ybT5zqMYI Princeville Kauai ...
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Princeville Fountain

Princeville Fountain The Princeville Fountain has become one of the North Shoreʻs most iconic and photographed landmarks. When arriving at Princeville via Kuhio Highway the ...
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Map of Princeville

This is an updated map highlighting all the well known spots, beaches, trails, hotels and resorts in Princeville. For more detailed information go to the ...
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