Photo of Carlsmith Beach with black sand surface © Barbara Donnet Google
Photo of Carlsmith Beach with turquoise pure water surface © ThirdHand TV Google
Photo of Carlsmith Beach with spacious shore © taehee kim Google
Photo of Carlsmith Beach with very clean level of cleanliness © HanKyu Kim Google
Photo of Carlsmith Beach amenities area © Alexandrea Dunkelberger Google
Photo of Carlsmith Beach located in natural area © HanKyu Kim Google
Photo of Carlsmith Beach with black sand surface © Barbara Donnet Google
Photo of Carlsmith Beach with turquoise pure water surface © ThirdHand TV Google
Photo of Carlsmith Beach with spacious shore © taehee kim Google
Photo of Carlsmith Beach with very clean level of cleanliness © HanKyu Kim Google
Photo of Carlsmith Beach amenities area © Alexandrea Dunkelberger Google
Photo of Carlsmith Beach located in natural area © HanKyu Kim Google
Photo of Carlsmith Beach backed by cliffs © Rachel Windsor Google
Photo of Carlsmith Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs © Charles Bruegman Google
Photo of Carlsmith Beach - good pet friendly spot for vacation © Roxanne Leech Google
7.8
Very good

Carlsmith Beach

Hilo, United States
#128 out of 282 in Hawaii
7.8
Very good
Located outside the settlement
Hilo 6.3 km
Map of beach
Seafood Restaurant The Seaside Restaurant and Aqua Farm
9 - Excellent 200m
Restaurant Center Plate Restaurant
7.4 - Good 2.5km
Restaurant Uncle Miles Kitchen
5.6 - Pleasant 2.5km
Restaurant Ocean Front Kitchen
8.4 - Very good 3.1km
Coffee Shop Hilo Ice Coffee
9.8 - Exceptional 3.6km
Vietnamese Restaurant Le Yellow Sub
9.6 - Exceptional 3.6km
American Restaurant Ponds Hilo
8.6 - Excellent 3.7km
Vietnamese Restaurant New Saigon Restaurant
8.8 - Excellent 3.8km
Restaurant Millie's Deli & Snack Shop
9.2 - Excellent 3.8km

About

Carlsmith Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 128th place out of 282 beaches in the Hawaii region 342.4 km away from its center, the city of Honolulu. It is one of the beaches of Hilo settlement, just 6.3 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and black sand, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Carlsmith Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, showers, toilets, sea pool. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Onekahakaha Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

Carlsmith Beach (Hawaii) is located outside the Hilo settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Hawaii and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Carlsmith Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

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+26 o C +22 o C
Air temperature
4.3 M/S
Wind
+26 o C
Water temperature
1.5 M
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Located outside the settlement
Hilo 6.3 km
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Seafood Restaurant The Seaside Restaurant and Aqua Farm
9 - Excellent 200m
Restaurant Center Plate Restaurant
7.4 - Good 2.5km
Restaurant Uncle Miles Kitchen
5.6 - Pleasant 2.5km
Restaurant Ocean Front Kitchen
8.4 - Very good 3.1km
Coffee Shop Hilo Ice Coffee
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Vietnamese Restaurant Le Yellow Sub
9.6 - Exceptional 3.6km
American Restaurant Ponds Hilo
8.6 - Excellent 3.7km
Vietnamese Restaurant New Saigon Restaurant
8.8 - Excellent 3.8km
Restaurant Millie's Deli & Snack Shop
9.2 - Excellent 3.8km
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120m from the beach
7.5 Very good

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

Carlsmith Beach (Hawaii) is located outside the Hilo settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Hawaii and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Carlsmith Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

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Localities

Hilo  •  6.3km
Honolulu  •  342.4km

Transport

ITO  •  2.6km
Hele-On Mo'oheau Bus Terminal  •  6km
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7.8 Very good

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7.8 Very good
RM
Ryder Mitchell
10 Exceptional

If you're interested in snorkelling, this is a great spot to check out while on a cruise. Although it's not a sandy beach, the rocky lagoons are still quite beautiful. There are some spots that are easy to access, while others can be a bit tricky. During my visit, I was able to see plenty of fish and even had four sea turtles swim up close to me. The grassy areas are perfect for lounging on a towel without getting sand between your toes. Keep in mind that the water is a mix of sand and rocks, so it's best to wear water shoes. Fortunately, there is a lifeguard on duty and restrooms available.

March 2023
SB
Sarian Bellamy
6 Pleasant

We visited the beach which has black sand and decided to do some snorkeling. However, in my opinion, this beach is not suitable for snorkeling.

March 2023
LM
Larissa Monteverdi
10 Exceptional

This is definitely a beach worth checking out. The weather was scorching hot and the sun was shining brightly when he visited. One of the great things about this charming, secluded lagoon was that we could sit on the grass without getting too sandy. It's a perfect spot for young kids to swim safely in the sheltered lagoon while still having access to the open ocean. The water was crystal clear and not too deep, and we even spotted some sea turtles.

March 2023
Uu
Unknown user
9 Excellent

Carlsmith Beach is my favorite place on Earth... that I have been to thus far. My brother lives in Keauu so when I visit him, he takes us here. I love the peaceful tranquility of the water. The fact that people actually let the turtles chill in their natural habitat is amazing too.

August 2022
LA
Lila AbiRaad
10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely stunning! During our visit, we were fortunate enough to witness several sea turtles. Additionally, the beach has unique black sand, which adds to its charm.

March 2023