Saddle Road and Mauna Loa
A high pass between the two great volcanoes, with a road up the slope of the world's largest active volcano, which last erupted in 2022.
- Open
- Open all year, weather permitting
- Price
- Free
- Time Needed
- Half a day
- Address
- Hawaii Island, HIGoogle MapsApple Maps
- Getting There
- Highway 200, between Hilo and Waimea.
Why Go
See also the Mauna Kea page, for the summit's telescopes and stars. A narrow road goes partway up Mauna Loa, from the Saddle Road. Conditions are harsh, and rental contracts may limit where you can go.
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