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Road To The
Sea
Black Sand Beach
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PHOTOS |
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Click on a thumbnail to
see a larger version of the photo |
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OVERVIEW |
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The Road to
the Sea is one that’s hardly traveled, and
it’s easy to see why. The six-mile trail is
dotted with sharp rock and lava, surrounded
by steep ledges, and riddled with cracks and
potholes. But those who brave this perilous
journey are well-rewarded, for at the end of
this path lies one of the most beautiful
stretches of coast on the Big Island, if not
the entire state.
It’s commonly called the Road to the Sea
Black Sand Beach, but there are actually two
beaches at the end of the road. Neither has
an official name, but both are known for
their exquisite black-and-green sands. The
green comes from crushed olivine crystals, a
less-polished variety of peridot. A nearby
beach, Papakolea, contains pure olivine sand
and is also worth a visit.
On a good day, the coast looks
picture-perfect with its greenish sand, deep
blue waters, and the dark cliffs rising in
the background. Fishing is a popular
activity here, especially in the summer when
the fish swarms close to shore. Swimming is
also fairly safe, but it’s best to check
water conditions before getting in. No
lifeguards are stationed in the area, so
keep an eye on your kids while in the water.
If you feel like exploring, look around for
some of the tiny “hidden” beaches. Usually
just 50 to 100 feet long, these beaches are
very secluded and offer excellent privacy
for those who want to be alone. On less busy
days, you can even have a whole beach to
yourself! Just make sure to mark your path,
as it’s easy to get lost among the trails. |
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ACTIVITIES &
AMENITIES |
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Swimming: |
Yes |
Bathrooms: |
No |
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Snorkeling: |
No |
Picnic
Benches: |
No |
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Scuba
Diving: |
No |
Showers: |
No |
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Surfing: |
No |
BBQ
Pits: |
No |
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Windsurfing: |
No |
Water
Fountain: |
No |
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Kiteboarding: |
No |
Lifeguard: |
No |
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Bodyboarding: |
No |
Camping: |
No |
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DIRECTIONS |
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From the
Hawaii Belt Road in Hawaiian Ocean View,
follow the secondary cinder road called Road
to the Sea 7 miles to the ocean. |
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PLEASE NOTE |
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While
Hawaii's beaches can bring much enjoyment,
it is always a good practice to use common
sense while visiting them. Please be aware
of the wave & wind conditions before going
into the water. Mornings are usually best
for swimming, snorkeling or diving. Have
respect for the strength of the waves and be
aware that high surf can come up at any
time. NEVER turn your back to the ocean.
Be careful when exploring any rocky
shorelines. Waves can crash on the rocks and
knock you over easily, and the rocks may
also be sharp when walking on them.
When snorkeling or scuba diving, please have
respect for ocean life, and remember that
the coral reef is alive too. Avoid standing
on or touching if at all possible. |
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