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It is illegal to take sand from any public beach.

Status: Still Enforced / On the Books

The Law Explained

Because erosion is a major threat to the islands, you cannot scoop up and take home sand from Hawaii's public beaches. This includes famous features like black and green sand beaches, which are irreplicable. Taking sand also violates the cultural belief that removing natural resources brings bad luck.

📚 Source / Legal Code

Official Code Citation: Hawaii Revised Statutes § 171-58.5

Where to look:

Land and Natural Resources

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