South Point was great. It was windy, but the views were beautiful. We stopped to take pictures and watch some people jump from the cliffs. The Green Sand Beach was interesing, but wasn't as green as I thought it would be. If you have a 4x4 and don't mind a bit of a rough ride you can drive out, but... more

Even if you don't go on over to the Green Sand Beach, a trip to Ka Lae is special because it's the southernmost point in the United States. And it's more of a local spot than a tourist spot which is always nice for atmosphere! Historic area to Hawaiian people as tradition says the first Polynesian explorers landed here. Ancient... more

We drove under enormous wind generators that made an other-worldly whoop-whoosh sound, parked the rented economy car several miles from South Point and walked. It was unlike anywhere else we have been, well worth the trek. Bring plenty of water! As with most destinations on the Big Island, the distance you travel is greater than you might expect. more

“As many of the other reviews say...BE PREPARED!!“ My boyfriend and I rented a 4x4 jeep just for this beach. It is not that hard to find if you’re well prepared. There is a big “South Point” exit sign at the hwy. **Bring and use your iphone/gps if you have one** We reached the end of the south point road... more

We rented a jeep which made getting back to the beach a lot of fun, and a lot shorter trip. Be careful swimming! There is no other beach quite like this one. more

For some reason, the green sand beach is listed as an attraction in Hawi, Big Island. Hawi is actually on the northern tip of the island and the green sand beach on the south tip. They are over 90 miles apart as the crow flies and much farther by car. Hawi is nice as well but don't look for any... more

The beach was pretty, but very difficult to get down to once you have made the long, hot, thirsty, trip in. You can drive up to the beach with a 4by4, however I have not found a rental company that allows you to go off road. Okay, but it does take up a day which I would of rather spent... more

We only went to South Point and didn't attempt the hike to the Green Sand Beach since we had a few people in their 50's who were not feeling up to such a long hike. But South Point alone is worth it. Spend some time enjoying the views of the ocean and the surf on the rocks. If you're adventurous,... more

As many of the other reviews say...BE PREPARED!!! We had rented a 4-wheel jeep, but decided not to take it all the way to the beach. Which was probably smart. Although we were NEVER told by our rental company not to take the jeep to South Point or any of the other rugged terrain areas of Hawaii. It is very... more