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5.9

Pleasant

Kaimu Black Sand

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Kaimu Black Sand?

There are 44 places to stay in the Kaimu Black Sand area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Kaimu Black Sand include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4955718&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ma'ukele Lodge</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7481214&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Open Gate Hostel Hawaii</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4770842&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hale Nonno</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4733875&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hale Balleja</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6231661&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">THE JEWEL BOX home</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6241716&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Kehena Treetop Bungalow home</a></li></ul>

Kaimu, United States

#269 out of 282 in Hawaii

5.9

Pleasant

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Deserted Sand & Pebbles bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Pahoa • 15.6 km

Map of beach

Tourist Attraction Kaimū Black Sand Beach

9.4 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction Kamomoa Black Sands

10 - Exceptional 60m

Tourist Attraction Uncle Robert's Awa Bar and Farmers Market

9.2 - Excellent 590m

Tourist Attraction Star of the Sea Painted Church

9.6 - Exceptional 1.9km

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About

Kaimu Black Sand is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 269th place out of 282 beaches in the Hawaii region 370.7 km away from its center, the city of Honolulu. It is one of the beaches of Pahoa settlement, just 15.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a straight coastline with blue water and, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is quite sharp. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Kaimu Black Sand coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. .

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 at some distance, within 300 meters.

Kaimu Black Sand (Hawaii) is located outside the Pahoa 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 Kaimu Black Sand 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.

Weather

history

+26 ^o C +22 ^o C

Air temperature

4.5 M/S

Wind

+26 ^o C

Water temperature

1.5 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Pahoa • 15.6 km

Map of beach

Tourist Attraction Kaimū Black Sand Beach

9.4 - Excellent 50m

Tourist Attraction Kamomoa Black Sands

10 - Exceptional 60m

Tourist Attraction Uncle Robert's Awa Bar and Farmers Market

9.2 - Excellent 590m

Tourist Attraction Star of the Sea Painted Church

9.6 - Exceptional 1.9km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1km from the beach

9.5 Exceptional

Ma'ukele Lodge

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Pahoa • 14.9km from center

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2.3km from the beach

8.7 Excellent

Open Gate Hostel Hawaii

Hostel

Located at nearest locality

Pahoa • 16.7km from center

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5.4km from the beach

THE JEWEL BOX home

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Pahoa • 12km from center

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5.4km from the beach

Kehena Treetop Bungalow home

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Pahoa • 11.8km from center

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5.4km from the beach

Tranquil Island Escape

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Pahoa • 11.6km from center

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6.3km from the beach

5.5 Pleasant

Hale Balleja

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Pahoa • 11.3km from center

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11.7km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

Hale Nonno

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Pahoa • 4.7km from center

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Cozy Pahoa Hideaway Near Black-Sand Beaches!

12.5km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Cozy Pahoa Hideaway Near Black-Sand Beaches!

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Pahoa • 3.8km from center

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16.3km from the beach

Sea Turtle Life

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Pahoa • 3.3km from center

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20.4km from the beach

Puni Mauka B 31 plus day rental

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Pahoa • 5.5km from center

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20.8km from the beach

Hale O Nani Mala Pua home

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Pahoa • 5.6km from center

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22.7km from the beach

7 Good

Hawaiian Paradise

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Pahoa • 8.2km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

5.9km

Kehena Black Sands Kehena Black Sands

7.9 Very good

17.4km

Isaac Hale beach Isaac Hale beach

7.7 Very good

42.3km

Leleiwi Beach Leleiwi Beach

7.6 Very good

42.3km

Hilo Bayfront Beach Hilo Bayfront Beach

6.7 Good

42.4km

Carlsmith Beach Carlsmith Beach

7.8 Very good

42.4km

Richardson Ocean Park Richardson Ocean Park

7.6 Very good

42.5km

Keaukaha Beach Keaukaha Beach

6.1 Pleasant

43.1km

Onekahakaha Beach Onekahakaha Beach

7.8 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Pahoa • 15.6km

Main locality of province

Honolulu • 370.7km

Transport

Airport

ITO • 41.3km

Bus Station

Hele-On Mo'oheau Bus Terminal • 42.6km

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5.9 Pleasant

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5.9 Pleasant

Neb M.

10 Exceptional

While this may not be the most exceptional black sand beach spot, it is conveniently accessible by car and offers free public entry.

March 2023

Adam Greyson.

10 Exceptional

Out of all the spots on the big island, I found myself drawn to this particular beach. On Saturday morning, I headed to the farmer's market on the lava and was pleasantly surprised by the variety of delicious food and the friendly locals. The people here are incredibly resilient, and that's something that I really appreciated during my trip. It's refreshing to be surrounded by genuine folks who are just living their lives.

March 2023

Mika Paton.

8 Very good

It's quite a trek from the designated drop-off point to reach the ocean, but once you get there, you'll find a beautiful beach with free public access.

March 2023

Dariana

8 Very good

We visited the beach in May 2022 and were able to park alongside the road before walking to the ocean, which took us roughly 10-15 minutes. Unfortunately, the road leading to the water has been blocked to the public due to safety concerns following the last eruption. It's been about 20 years since you could drive down to the beach, swim, see sea turtles, and purchase souvenirs. Nowadays, the beach is mainly covered in Pahoehoe (smooth lava) and cliffs, so it's not advisable to try and go down to the water as it would be dangerous. Nonetheless, the locals were hospitable, and we enjoyed their homemade kombucha and other treats!

March 2023

Maddox Champoux

10 Exceptional

If you're a fan of wild and crazy ocean views, you should definitely check out this beach. It's free to the public, so you can enjoy the beautiful scenery without breaking the bank.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Kaimu Black Sand?

It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Kaimu Black Sand?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Kaimu Black Sand, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Kaimu Black Sand good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.

The waves in the Kaimu Black Sand are usually strong.

So the overall recommendation of the Kaimu Black Sand for swimming is positive.

Is the Kaimu Black Sand good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is sharp.

Is the Kaimu Black Sand secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Kaimu Black Sand?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Kaimu Black Sand.

What is the closest accommodation to the Kaimu Black Sand?

There are 44 places to stay in the Kaimu Black Sand area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Kaimu Black Sand include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Kaimu Black Sand from parking?

The Kaimu Black Sand has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Kaimu Black Sand?

There are 3 attractions near Kaimu Black Sand that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Kamomoa Black Sands located in 0 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Kaimu Black Sand?

The month with the highest temperature in Kaimu Black Sand is August. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 23°C and water 24°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Kaimu Black Sand (Hawaii) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Kaimu Black Sand (Hawaii) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.