Location: Naalehu
Top Things to do in Naalehu
The 7 Best Nature & Parks in Naalehu, Hawaii (HI)
Naalehu is a community in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States. Naʻālehu means "the volcanic ashes" in Hawaiian It is the southernmost community with a post office in the 50 states of the United States. (See List of extreme points of the United States.) For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Naalehu as a census-designated place (CDP). The census definition of the area may not precisely correspond to local understanding of the area with the same name. The population was 866 at the 2010 census, down from 919 at the 2000 census.
Restaurants in Naalehu
1. Green Sand Beach Trailhead
2. Papakolea Green Sand Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,118 reviews
The big island of Hawaii's southernmost point features the Green Sand Beach.
Reviewed By BethneyD
We had no idea what we were in for when spontaneously we took someones advice to see the "green sand" beach. This is something that should be planned as an all day event....getting to the parking area is simple and directions easy to follow. Parking your car at this spot means about an hour and a half walk/hike to the actual beach!! Be prepared to have water, good walking shoes, snacks just for getting to the location. We walked half way and then caught a ride with one of the locals who ferry people back and forth on old vehicles for a modest charge (25$ per person). Walking/hiking is free....but will take time. Once you reach the beach, a walk down steep stairs to the actual sand and water is breathtaking and truly majestic.
3. Whittington Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By 19Agnes61 - Phoenix, United States
This is a nice beach also, but then again, we haven't found a beach on the Island that wasn't breathtaking. There are restrooms here and covered picnic tables.
4. South Point Complex
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By princessvontrapp_7 - San Francisco, United States
This is one of those experiences only nature can provide. The wind is incredibly strong with trees growing sideways. The waves crashing are wild and beautiful. It can be very very bright there when the sun is out. Hard to describe what it feels like to be there and hard to believe anybody entered such treacherous waters. Will be back!
5. Ka Lae
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By 2CanadianTravellers - Edmonton, Canada
Ka Lae is towards the end of South Point Road in Naalehu on the Big Island. It is on native land, there is no signage that says Ka Lae. You drive south on South Point Road off Hwy 11, before you see a cardboard sign on the road that says "Green Sand Beach shuttle," there is a black paved road to turn right, you follow the road, and you will see trucks parked along the cliffs where people fish or jump into the ocean. We saw a man catch a good size barracuda. Ka Lae is a must see while you are on the Big Island.
6. Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park Kahuku Unit
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By btreid - Portland, United States
We have been in this park several times and there is always something new. Always join the ranger led tour, it's only 45 minutes. You get to know more about the Volcanoes and the history of the island. Take your time and enjoy the hike around Kilauea caldera. Make sure you have the right shoes. I would recommend hiking shoes. The landscape of this park has changed since the 2018 eruption so be aware that there are no magma that glows red at night. Kilauea caldera looks like a giant football field. The Thurston lava tube is now open. It's all lit and kids can definitely do the short walk.
7. Manuka State Wayside Park
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