Punaluʻu is one of the largest, most accessible, and most popular black-sand beaches in the state. According to the Hawaii Tourism Authority, the beach "isn't ideal" for swimming, but it's ...

Plan Ahead: The waters here are too rough and rocky to enjoy swimming, and the black sand can ... and never remove any sand from the beach. Explore more of Hawaii's top beaches » Big Island ...

For a unique Hawaiian vacation, consider avoiding crowded beaches in favor of spending some time exploring the tallest sea ...

A proposed development that would transform one of Hawaii’s most famous black sand beaches into a new resort area – including condos, tennis courts, and a conference center – is facing ...

Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach is one of Hawaii's best beaches, and it's not only renowned for its powder-soft black shoreline lined by swaying coconut palms, but also its beloved inhabitants.

It’s one of the most famous black sand beaches in Hawaii. On the southeast coast of the island of Hawaii, aka the Big Island, the Punaluu beach is a popular stop for visitors who want to see ...

Stop at the striking black-sand Punalu'u Beach on Hawaii Island on your way to or from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. This famous crescent-shaped stretch of golden sand has attracted travelers ...

Hawaii County, which leases the Punaluu Black Sand Beach Park land from the developer for $1 per year, also denied that the park is at risk of closing. “The current lease goes until Nov. 27 ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hawaii is known for having the best beaches with picture-perfect sunrises and sunsets. From soft-sand beaches to black-sand ... advised to take pictures of the sea glass ...