Punaluʻu Beach on Hawaii’s Big Island…where lava meets the ocean 🌋🌊🖤 This stunning beach is famous for its jet-black sand, swaying palms, and the chance to spot Hawaiian green sea turtles (honu) lounging along the shore. Tips for visiting the black sand beach: 🗺️ Located on the southern coast of the Big Island…it’s a good spot to pair with a day trip to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park 🐢Turtles often rest on the beach…admire from a safe distance (10 ft ). 🌊Swimming can be rough; check condit