Papakolea Green Sand Beach

[TheWolfen]

Welcome to the magical Papakolea Green Sand Beach. One of only 4 green sand beaches in the world, this beautiful spot can be found near South Point on the Big Island of Hawaii. Its unique color comes from the high concentrations of the mineral Olivine in the surrounding eroded cinder cone. This short aerial tour will give you a good overview of the beach and surrounding area.

 

[MPone]

Been there in 2005. We had the whole beach to ourselves.

 

[TheWolfen]

Nice! It was a lot less crowded the first time we went a few years back but also cloudy. I was so glad to see the sun! Looks like the weather was perfect for you too!