Kaimu Beach

📍 Kalapana, Hawaii

4.0

★★★★★

Based on

10 reviews

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About Kaimu Beach

Kaimu Beach is a striking black sand beach formed by lava flows from the 1990 Kalapana eruption, creating a dramatic contrast against the turquoise Pacific waters and offering excellent conditions for swimming and bodyboarding when seas are calm. The beach is backed by towering coconut palms and bordered by the historic Kaimu Bay, where the natural setting feels remote and volcanic despite its accessibility, drawing both local surfers and visitors seeking an authentic, less-crowded Hawaiian experience. The dark sand warms quickly in the sun and the bay's protected waters make it ideal for families, though winter swells can bring rougher conditions that appeal to more experienced water sports enthusiasts.

Visitor Reviews

Mitali Jain★★★★★4 years ago

What a surreal experience. You can spend hours here just exploring. Walking on lava, palm trees around, waves crashing on the cliff and a spectacular sunset.

Michelle Porter★★★★★11 months ago

The beauty of this place is surreal! Locals have worked painstakingly hard to restore this once luscious but now lava ravished beach. They have planted hundreds of coconut palms along with breadfruit and noni trees. A red cinder path makes for an easy 0.5 mile hike to the ocean. Although there is no real "beach," you will find the rugged coast line stunning. You will also pass interesting artwork and a sweet memorial to "Uncle" Robert.