Volcanic Beaches

Beaches formed by volcanic activity — including black, red, and green sand varieties

What are Volcanic Beaches?

Volcanic beaches come in many dramatic colors depending on the minerals present. From jet-black basalt to olive-green olivine, these geologically fascinating beaches are found on volcanic islands worldwide.

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Kohanaiki Beach Park (Pine Trees) on the Big Island Kona coast with surf breaking on the lava-rock shoreEasy Access
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Kohanaiki Beach Park

The Big Island county park most surfers call Pine Trees, with multiple peaks along a lava-and-sand coastline north of Kona. Surf, tide pools, and camping in one gated park with restrooms, BBQ pavilions, and a 5:30am-9pm gate. Kona's most accessible local surf beach.

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