11. Waipio Valley Beach, Big Island, Hawaii
Positioned on the north-eastern shoreline of Hawaii’s Big Island, Waipi’o Valley Beach is a unique arc of black sand nestled amidst waterfalls and towering cliffs. While it may require straying from the typical tourist path, the journey is rewarded with panoramic vistas and inviting waters that are highly cherished by those adventurous enough to venture this far.