PUNALU`U BLACK SAND BEACH HAWAII

Punalu`u Black Sand Beach in the Ka`u District is at the southernmost tip of Hawaii.  This location is just 20 minutes from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.  Weather is variable at this location.  This beach is made of fine black sand and lava rocks, with a small pond behind the beach. The north end of this beach offers intimate tide pools, better for a secluded elopement or small family wedding.  This beach is crowded midday with tourists and locals.