The beach is a park has lifeguards provided by county of Kauaʻi.
There are swimming and snorkeling areas, and a surf break over a reef for experienced surfers only.
Nearby points of interest include the Kāneiolouma Complex, an ancient Hawaiian village across the street, and the Moir Gardens on the Kiahuna plantation.
[3] Starting in 2021, Green sea turtles have been crawling out of the sea to bask and doze on Poʻipū Beach every afternoon and evening, surrounded by tourists.
[4] Hawaiian monk seals sometimes haul out here to rest.