Park
Green Sand Beach Trailhead
43 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
Sarah
June 12, 2022
Stunning green sand beach and most southern point of US
Laura
February 11, 2022
A beautiful beach. There are local shuttles available or you can walk to trail.
Rourk
March 2, 2019
This is along hike but well worth it if you have the time. Bring water, a hat and sunscreen.
Janell
August 4, 2022
Papakōlea beach is a geologic oddity among few in the world. The green sand is created by a common mineral in Big Island lava called olivine, which stays deposited on this beach because it is heavier than the other components of the lava. It's quite a hike, so bring plenty of water. If you choose to drive, be sure you have a 4 wheel drive, preferably a JEEP, stay on the "high ground" to the left, as the lower passages closer to the ocean can get quite technical.
Papakōlea beach is a geologic oddity among few in the world. The green sand is created by a common mineral in Big Island lava called olivine, which stays deposited on this beach because it is heavier than the other components of the lava. It's quite a hike, so bring plenty of water. If you choose t…
Annette
January 25, 2021
Drive down south point road and catch a ride out to green sand beach.
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Naalehu, HI