Green – Papakolea
Papakolea Green Sand Beach . . . can be magical early in the morning.
- Swimming is only when conditions permit
- There is a strong undertow
- The beach drops off to deep water quickly
- There is a strong current outside the bay
- The beach has limited shade
Ka Lae (The Point)
- Is also known as South Point
- Has 40 foot cliffs
- Has Hawaiian Artifacts
- Is the southern tip of the islands
- Is a favorite with local fisherman
- The next point due south is Antarctica
Black – Punalu’u
Punalu’u Black Sand Beach . . . swim with some big turtles.
- The far end of the beach is best
- Find shade under the palms
- There is a lifeguard sometimes
- A strong current is just past the boat ramp
- The is an underwater spring
- The water can be very cold
- Do not approach turtles
- Do not swim after them either
- Selling or taking sand is not reccomended
Gray – Ho’okena & Honomalino
Ho’okena Beach . . . is a great place to go for a swim.
- County Beach Park
- Showers to rinse off
- Limited Shade
- Good swimming
- Not for snorkeling
- A nice setting
Honomalino Beach . . . is a secluded beach requiring a hike.
- Park in Miloli’i Village
- About a 45 minute drive
- About 20 minutes hike
- Some shade under the palms
- Some areas for swimming
- Best to pack a lunch
