Punaluu Black Sand Beach - Punaluu, HI
Posted by: 
bluesnote
N 19° 08.091 W 155° 30.292
5Q E 236509 N 2117637
This beach is famous for it's black sand here. It is one of only a few beaches in the world that have black sand.
Waymark Code: WMQE62
Location: Hawaii, United States
Date Posted: 02/14/2016
Views: 7
The black sand is from the erosion of lava flows over millions of years. Eventually, the accumulation of the eroded particles wash along the shore here creating a black sand beach.
The "Official Tourism" URL link to the attraction: [Web Link]
Admission Prices:
free
Approximate amount of time needed to fully experience the attraction: Half of a day (2-5 hours)
Transportation options to the attraction: Personal Vehicle Only
The attraction’s own URL: Not listed
Hours of Operation: Not listed
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