Beach

Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach

Naalehu, Hawaii

Black sand beach where green turtles rest on shore.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
60 min
Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach
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A dark volcanic sand beach where green sea turtles sun themselves. Look but don't touch or get close. There's a small shop and a freshwater spring, and camping at the county park.

Good to know

  • Keep 10 feet from turtles
Getting there
Sealed road
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

Facilities

  • Picnic tables
  • Showers
  • Toilets

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

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