Papakōlea Green Sand Beach (solo trip)

We walked but if you are not a hiker this is not a stroll on the beach be prepared with plenty of water and good shoes. This is not a flip flop kind of footwear hike you will regret that decision. The sun and wind exposure are real, had a pretty good headwind on the way there. You can take a ride from the locals not sure of any details on that option. They portable toilets but bring your own pape...

Amazing experience! I rented a Jeep but I’m glad I had the local lady to drive us there and back. Very knowledgeable and down to earth. You can walk 2.8 miles but definitely not for the weak. Very steep getting down to the actual beach. Cool down with some shaved ice after, roughly a mile drive leaving heading back out.

My most memorable experience on the island! It is not only the fact that the sand is green that makes it neat— the entire surrounding landscape is drop-dead gorgeous. There is a calming presence, especially high up on the cliff overlooking that cove that contains the beach— the type of place seems and prophets would go. Be careful if you go up there— keep children away. The parking lot is far awa...

I visited **Green Sand Beach** on the Big Island, and the scenery was absolutely breathtaking. The weather was perfect, offering an **unbeatable ocean view**—a place where you could easily spend the whole day just admiring the beauty. The sand was an **amazing blend of green and gold**, creating an indescribably stunning landscape. The ocean itself displayed **three distinct shades of blue**, addi...

Such a unique and beautiful spot—one of only four green sand beaches in the world! The sand, though olive-green, sparkles. Seemingly small, it is peaceful and incredibly picturesque once you arrive. Either way you get there, it is definitely an adventure. The hike is long, hot, windy, and rough—definitely not beginner-friendly. There's zero shade, no signs, and no bathrooms, so if you're hiking, ...