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Green Sand Beach Trailhead
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Naalehu, HI
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A beautiful beach. There are local shuttles available or you can walk to trail.
This is along hike but well worth it if you have the time. Bring water, a hat and sunscreen.
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…