Located at the very end of Highway 270, Pololu Valley
Beach provides an excellent view of the rugged Kohala
Mountains and coastline.
The small black sand beach can be reached
after a strenuous hike from the 400-foot lookout area. Twenty
minutes of walking down steep steps lead to the beach area.
Swimming and snorkeling is not recommended
in this area due to strong currents and high surf conditions.
However, the view from the beach is worth the hike.
Useful Information:
Poor swimming and snorkeling
No facilities
No lifeguards
Strenuous hike to beach
Little, roadside parking available
Great views of coastline and mountains
DIRECTIONS:
Take Highway 270 east from Kapa'au. The beach is located below
the Polulu Lookout at Mile Marker #28 (the second sign!)
Small rocky and black sand beach is 400-feet
below the lookout.
