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The Big Island's #1 attraction is Volcanoes National Park
Mahalo to Rick Bramm - Edmonton, Canada
- Two of the world's most active volcanoes.
- Kilauea Visitor Center is open daily from 7:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Jaggar Museum is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Jaggar Museum Bookstore is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Park admission is $10 per vehicle (good for 7 days)
Please Note: Lava viewing conditions change daily, there are no guarantees of viewing lava. In addition, portions of the Park are closed. Please call (808) 985-6000 for the latest information.
Mahalo to Rick Bramm - Edmonton, Canada
Plan Your Visit
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Drive the summit of Kilauea volcano around the 11 mile crater rim drive ? 1 to 3 hour trip. Includes scenic stops and easy short walks.
- Chain of craters drive - 3 to 5 hour trip is a 20 mile road from the park headquarters down over 3500 foot in elevation to the coast.
- Lava flow activity is always changing in this area.
- Park Visitor Center will update you on the most current information.
- Gas, food & water are NOT available along the Chain of Craters Road.
- Restrooms at the end of the road , however, best to use restrooms at the visitor center.
- Many day hikes available.
- Can be cold and windy on the crater. Shorts might be OK , but have a light jacket or sweatshirt in the car just in case.
- Park Ranger Gate Handouts (below) are updated on a regular basis according to changes in park conditions. www.kona123.com presents this as a guide and may not necessarily reflect the latest information.
Mahalo to Rick Bramm - Edmonton, Canada
Mahalo to Rick Bramm - Edmonton, Canada
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