Coordinates
Near Ocean View, HI (W88J+QJ).
Located on the southern tip along the coastal access road.
Visual Waypoint
"Boat Rotor"
Statue.
Waypoint to the Green Sands
Ocean View, Hawaii • Road to Papakōlea
The Structure
Often referred to informally by hikers as the "Boat Rotor Statue," this installation appears to be a piece of functional art or recycled nautical equipment—likely a large boat propeller or rotor—placed starkly against the lava landscape.
Significance: While unofficial, it serves as a critical visual anchor for hikers making the exposed trek to one of the Big Island's most unique natural attractions.
Volcanic Terrain
The statue sits on the rugged, unpaved path leading to Papakōlea (Green Sand) Beach. The area is remote, windswept, and defined by its stark volcanic geology and intense southern exposure.
Remote Sector
Visitor Protocol
Environmental Warning
High exposure to intense sun and wind. No facilities (water/restrooms) at statue or beach.
Access Level
Free Public Access. Typically encountered while walking the trail; serves as a rest stop.
Protocol: Tread Lightly
A silent marker on the southern edge