Big Island Beaches

Green Sand Beach

South Point, Big Island, HI

Hawaii's famous green-sand beach is located at the base of Puu o Mahana, an old cinder cone spilling into the sea. The place has its problems: It's difficult to reach; the open bay is often rough; there are no facilities, fresh water, or shade from the relentless sun; and howling winds scour the point. Nevertheless, each year the unusual green sands attract thousands of oglers, who follow a well-worn four-wheel-drive-only road for 2 1/2 miles to the top of a cliff, which you ...

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Swimming: If the surf's up, check out the beach from the cliff's edge; if the water's calm, it's generally safe to swim.

Children: Yes

Lifeguards: No

Restrooms: No

Showers: No

Picnic Tables: No

Barbeques: No

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