Papakōlea Green Sand Beach

Island of Hawai'i, Hawaii, US

Why Papakōlea Green Sand Beach is worth your time

A remote olivine-sand cove reached by a hot, exposed coastal hike; carry water and avoid unauthorized vehicle rides.

• Category: beach
• Rated 4.4 by 2318 reviewers
• Entry: Free to visit

More things to do in Island of Hawai'i

• Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
• ʻAkaka Falls State Park
• Mauna Kea Summit
• Rainbow Falls
• Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area
• Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park

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