Kauai Magazine - Summer 2026 Digital Edition

Welcome to the Summer 2026 digital edition of Kauai Magazine, where we journey deeper into the island’s landscapes, communities, history, and hidden wonders during one of Kauai’s most vibrant seasons. In this issue, we step inside the breathtaking “Lost World” of McBryde and Allerton Gardens in Lawai Valley, wander the windswept coastline of the Mahaulepu Trail, and experience the creative energy of Hanapepe Art Night as music, art, and storytelling fill the streets every Friday evening. We explore Kauai’s most romantic experiences for couples, uncover the surprising beauty of Moir Gardens and its desert-like cactus collections, and join photographer Jeremy Johnson as he captures the island through a deeply atmospheric lens. You’ll also discover the revival of historic Hale Puna, venture into Kauai’s dark skies in our “Kauai After Dark” feature, and hike the enchanting Puu Ka Ohelo Berry Flat Trail high above Waimea Canyon. From scavenger hunts and curious island discoveries to wild mountain goats roaming Kauai’s remote cliffs, the Summer 2026 issue celebrates the beauty, mystery, creativity, and timeless spirit that continue to make the Garden Isle unforgettable.

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Table of Contents

8 / McBryde and Allerton: Inside the “Lost World” of Kauai

Tucked within the Lawai Valley, McBryde and Allerton Gardens combine natural beauty, conservation, and cinematic scenery into one of Kauai’s most unforgettable experiences.

20 / The Mahaulepu Trail: Kauai’s Last Wild Coast

Along Kauai’s South Shore—just beyond the manicured edges of Poipu’s resorts—the island quietly reasserts itself.

30 / Hanapepe Art Night: Where Every Friday Tells a Story

Every Friday evening, Hanapepe transforms into a lively gathering of art, music, food, and community on Kauai’s historic West Side.

36 / Kauai for Couples: The Most Romantic Experiences

On Kauai, love hardly needs staging. The island has already set the scene.

46 / Moir Gardens: Kauai’s Most Unexpected Landscape

On an island defined by waterfalls, rain-soaked valleys, and dense tropical greenery, the last thing you expect to find is a cactus garden.

52 / Framing Kauai: Jeremy Johnson’s Island Perspective

With an eye for atmosphere and detail, Jeremy Johnson captures Kauai as both a tropical paradise and a deeply layered island shaped by nature and time.

62 / Hale Puna: Kauai’s Oldest House Looks to the Future

After years of disrepair, Hale Puna is in the midst of a careful revival—one that aims not only to preserve its legacy, but to restore its place at the heart of the community.

66 / Kauai After Dark: A Sky Untouched

In an era dominated by artificial light, Kauai remains one of the few places in the United States where the night sky still reveals itself in full.

72 / Puu Ka Ohelo Berry Flat Trail

High in the forests above Waimea Canyon, this lesser-known trail reveals a side of Kauai that feels ancient, immersive, and quietly enchanting.

76 / Kauai Scavenger Hunt

Take on the ultimate Kauai challenge. Explore the island in search of these iconic sights, hidden gems, and unforgettable moments—checking them off as you go.

79 / Curious Kauai

Beyond the postcard views and famous beaches lies an island filled with fascinating finds, hidden corners, roadside surprises, and unexpected moments that seem to appear when you least expect them.

80 / Parting Shots

High above Kauai’s beaches and valleys, a small population of wild goats moves with quiet confidence across some of the island’s steepest and most remote terrain.