Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park is located on the Big Island of Hawaii, USA.It lies between Mauna Loa and Kīlauea volcanoes, situated in the southeastern part of the island, and is famous for its active volcanoes, lava flows, and unique volcanic landscapes.
Big Island Volcanoes National Park Location Map, Hilo, Hawaii
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Top Attractions Inside Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park (Big Island)
- Kīlauea Visitor Center – Informative exhibits, maps, and ranger programs about volcanic activity.
- Crater Rim Drive – Scenic drive around Kīlauea Caldera with multiple overlooks and viewpoints.
- Thurston Lava Tube – Walk through a massive natural lava cave surrounded by lush rainforest.
- Steam Vents – Geothermal areas with visible steam rising from volcanic vents.
- Devastation Trail – Trail through barren landscape formed by past lava flows.
- Chain of Craters Road – Drive leading to dramatic sea cliffs, lava fields, and the ocean.
- Mauna Loa Observatory – Nearby scientific site monitoring volcanic activity and atmospheric conditions.
Big Island Volcanoes National Park Facts
| Official Name | Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park |
| Location | Big Island, Hawaii, USA |
| Latitude & Longitude | 19.4194° N, 155.2880° W (Kīlauea Visitor Center) |
| Total Area | 333,086 acres (134,130 hectares) |
| Established | August 1, 1916 |
| Managed By | National Park Service (NPS) |
| Region / Landscape Type | Active volcanoes, lava fields, rainforests, craters, volcanic deserts, coastal areas |
| Main Features | Kīlauea and Mauna Loa volcanoes, Thurston Lava Tube, Chain of Craters Road, Jaggar Museum, Halemaʻumaʻu Crater, volcanic landscapes, lava flows |
| Visitor Activities | Hiking, scenic drives, volcano viewing, ranger-led programs, camping, wildlife and plant observation, stargazing |
| Trails & Roads | Kīpukapuaulu Trail, Crater Rim Trail, Chain of Craters Road, Devastation Trail |
| Accessibility | Visitor centers, paved trails, some wheelchair-accessible viewpoints, parking available |
| Nearby Towns | Hilo, Volcano Village, Pāhoa |
| Entry / Fees | Paid Admission — $30 per vehicle (valid 3 days), $25 per motorcycle, $15 per individual pedestrian/bicyclist |
| Best Time to Visit | Year-round (mild climate, but morning fog in winter and occasional volcanic activity advisories) |
| Annual Visitors | Approx. 2 million |
| Nearby Airport | Hilo International Airport (ITO) – 30 miles (48 km); Kona International Airport (KOA) – 96 miles (154 km) |
| Transportation | Private car, guided tours, park shuttle services, hiking trails |
| Time Zone | Hawaii–Aleutian Time (HST) — UTC−10 |
| Currency | United States Dollar (USD, $) |
| Official Website | https://www.nps.gov/havo |
| Famous For | Active volcanoes (Kīlauea, Mauna Loa), lava flows, volcanic landscapes, hiking, native Hawaiian ecosystems |
| UNESCO / National Status | Designated a U.S. National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site (since 1987) |
Distances from Big Island Volcanoes National Park to Nearby Landmarks
- Kīlauea Visitor Center – 0 km (0 mi)
- Jaggar Museum – 1 km (0.6 mi)
- Thurston Lava Tube – 5 km (3 mi)
- Chain of Craters Road – 12 km (7.5 mi)
- Mauna Loa Observatory – 30 km (18.5 mi)
- Hawai‘i Volcanoes Lodge – 1 km (0.6 mi)
- Steam Vents – 2 km (1.2 mi)
- Halemaʻumaʻu Crater – 2 km (1.2 mi)
- Volcano Village – 9 km (5.5 mi)
- Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Campgrounds – 1 km (0.6 mi)
- Devastation Trail – 3 km (1.8 mi)
- Kīlauea Iki Crater – 4 km (2.5 mi)
- Hilina Pali Road – 10 km (6 mi)
- Pu‘u Loa Petroglyphs – 8 km (5 mi)
- Mauna Kea Summit – 60 km (37 mi)
- Hilo, Hawaii – 48 km (30 mi)
- Puna District – 35 km (22 mi)
- South Point (Ka Lae) – 70 km (43 mi)
- Akaka Falls State Park – 50 km (31 mi)
- Waipio Valley Lookout – 120 km (75 mi)
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