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🌋 Natural Wonder

Green Sand Beach (Papakolea Beach)

📍 Naalehu, Hawaii

You park and hike a bit, then suddenly the cliffs part to reveal a surreal stretch of green sand meeting the ocean. Wave after wave rolls in, painting the scene with tantalizing blues.

Nestled away in a secluded cove, Green Sand Beach is one of only four green sand beaches in the world! The unique olivine crystals give the sand its stunning color, and the surrounding cliffs add to the wild beauty.

Explorer Tip

Bring snacks and water; it’s a bit of a trek!

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