2022年3月1日 · Are you looking to visit one of the Big Island black sand beaches that you see in postcards? This guide details some amazing black sand beaches on Hawaii!

While red and green are rare and harder to reach, black sand beaches are plentiful and easy to visit on Maui and the Big Island. Below, we break down some of our favorites. Why are black sand beaches black? Why are there no black sand beaches on Oahu and Kauai?

2023年2月24日 · Punaluʻu beach is the most famous black sand beach of Hawaii. It is easily accessible and great for swimming, seeing turtles, and snorkeling.

Makolea Black Sand Beach is a hidden black sand beach north of Kailua-Kona. It’s hardly known, even though the main access is from Kekaha Kai State Park, so you might not see anyone else when you get there.

2024年2月23日 · Do not miss seeing a black sand beach while on Big Island, Hawaii. You may never see another one in your lifetime, they are so rare (only about 20 in the world)! Join us in reviewing Big Island black sand beaches to identify which ones are best for you to visit!

2023年7月16日 · Makolea Beach is the only black sand beach close to Kona, and it is part of the Kekaha Kai State Park. If you are staying on the Kona side and have time to visit some of the black sand beaches I listed in this article, I highly recommend doing so.

But, it's the only black sand beach around Kona. In an area with a stunning amount of incredible white sand masterpiece beaches, Makole'a is a geologic oddity for the region with extremely black sand created by the sea from an 1801 lava flow of Hualālai volcano, visible inland from this hike.

Discover The Wonders Of The Big Island’s Black Sand Beaches. In the heart of the Pacific, the Big Island’s black sand beaches stand as a testament to nature’s artistry and power. Each beach, with its unique charm and story, beckons for exploration and respect.

2024年11月21日 · Punaluu, or Black Sand Beach, is located on the South Western side of The Big Island, about 1.5 hours’ drive from the city of Kona. This is where we based our stay on the Big Island and road-tripped everywhere else.

2024年3月22日 · Day trips to Hawai'i black and green sand beaches to explore Punalu'u Beach and Papakōlea Beach, offering unique charm and breathtaking scenery.