Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
One of the world's most active volcanoes, with a huge steaming crater, lava tubes and, when it's erupting, glowing lava after dark.
- Open
- Open all year, weather permitting
- Price
- Park entrance fee
- Time Needed
- 1–2 days
- Address
- Hawaii Island, HIGoogle MapsApple Maps
- Getting There
- From Hilo, 45 minutes on Highway 11.
Why Go
Kīlauea has been erupting in repeated episodes in Halema'uma'u Crater since late 2024, but activity changes daily. See nps.gov/havo before you go. Whatever's happening, the overlooks, the Nāhuku lava tube and the Kīlauea Iki crater hike are unforgettable.
The Chain of Craters Road drops 3,700 feet to the coast and the Hōlei Sea Arch. In Hawaiian tradition, Kīlauea is the home of the goddess Pele.
Tips
- Volcanic fumes can harm people with breathing problems, children, and pregnant people. Check the air quality.
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