WAIKOLOA VILLAGE HIKING FIELD GUIDE
Across Old Lava to a Secluded Black‑Sand Shore: A Short Guided Hike from Waikoloa Village
A three‑hour guided outing along the North Kona Coast that traverses ancient lava flows to a remote black sand beach for swimming, snorkeling and shell‑searching.
Across Old Lava to a Secluded Black‑Sand Shore: A Short Guided Hike from Waikoloa Village.
This outing follows a 2‑mile round‑trip route along the rugged North Kona Coast, moving over ancient lava flows to a pristine, remote black‑sand and pebble beach where clear water invites swimming, snorkeling and shell searching; cold bottled water, fresh fruit and dry snacks are provided.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Ancient Lava and North Kona Coast Vistas
You hike across hardened lava flows and trails used for generations, arriving at coastline views that make the short walk feel like a step back into raw volcanic terrain.
A Pristine, Secluded Black‑Sand and Pebble Shore
After roughly 25 minutes on the trail you reach a remote black‑sand and pebble beach with crystal‑clear water ideal for a swim, snorkeling and shell searching.
Light Provisions and Local Guidance
Guides provide cold bottled water, fresh fruit and dry snacks; they’ll also help with photos and point out spots for swimming and snorkeling.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
This is a compact coastal hike: meet at Waikoloa Beach Resort Queens Marketplace, drive a short distance to an unmarked trailhead, then walk over lava flows for roughly 25 minutes to reach a secluded black‑sand shore where the group can swim, snorkel and relax before returning along the same two‑mile route.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this short coastal hike suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing runs about 3 hours total with a roughly 2‑mile round trip hike and about a 25‑minute walk from the trailhead to the beach.
Cold bottled water, fresh fruit and dry snacks are provided during the outing.
Meet at Waikoloa Beach Resort Queens Marketplace; this is the last opportunity to use restrooms and pick up any essentials from the Island Gourmet Market before the short drive to an unmarked trailhead.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the hike and the overall outing?
The total outing is about 3 hours, with a roughly 2‑mile round trip hike and an approximate 25‑minute walk from the trailhead to the beach.
Where do we meet?
You meet at Waikoloa Beach Resort Queens Marketplace; it’s the last place to use restrooms and buy essentials before a short drive to the trailhead.
Is the trail easy to find?
The trailhead is unmarked and has proven difficult for guests to find, which is why meeting at the Marketplace and going with a guide is recommended.
Are refreshments provided?
Yes — guides provide cold bottled water, fresh fruit and dry snacks.
What activities are available at the beach?
The beach is suitable for swimming, snorkeling and searching for shells; the clear water makes it a popular spot for those activities.
How long does it take to reach the beach from the trailhead?
Expect about a 25‑minute hike from the trailhead to arrive at the black‑sand beach.