Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park protects some of the most unique geological, biological, and cherished cultural landscapes in the world. Extending from sea level to 13,680 feet, the park encompasses the summits of two of the world's most active volcanoes - Kīlauea and Mauna Loa - and is a designated International Biosphere Reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Maunaulu parking lot and associated trails are open, but firefighters and helicopters continue suppression efforts on the Makaopuhi Fire. Stay clear of helicopter operations.
Updated on 10/11/2024
Nāpau Crater and Campground were inundated with lava from the 9/15-9/20/24 eruption and remain closed to all use until further notice. Click "more" to view a park map.
Updated on 10/09/2024
The Kīlauea eruption that began on September 15, 2024 near Nāpau Crater has ended as of September 23. No lava viewing is possible, there is no glow at night.
Updated on 09/23/2024
Expect closures and delays at the summit of Kīlauea due to a two-year construction project to repair or remove damaged buildings and infrastructure.
Updated on 02/01/2024
Be aware of aggressive ground-nesting vespula wasps. When threatened, leave the area. If stung and you begin to experience serious symptoms or allergic reactions, call 911.
Updated on 06/28/2023
Live view of the west vent in Halemaʻumaʻu and the lava lake, from the northwest rim of the caldera, looking south [V1cam]. Courtesy of USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. Note: this view is not from a publicly accessible area.
Live Panorama of Halemaʻumaʻu - thermal image from the west rim of the summit caldera, looking east [F1cam]. Courtesy of USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. Note: this view is not from a publicly accessible area.
Live Panorama of Halemaʻumaʻu and down-dropped caldera floor from the west rim of the summit caldera, looking east [KWcam]. Courtesy of USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. Note: this view is not from a publicly accessible area.
Live Image of Mauna Loa's Summit and Northeast Rift Zone from Mauna Kea [MKcam]. Courtesy USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory
Maunaulu parking lot and associated trails are open, but firefighters and helicopters continue suppression efforts on the Makaopuhi Fire. Stay clear of helicopter operations.
Updated on 10/11/2024
Nāpau Crater and Campground were inundated with lava from the 9/15-9/20/24 eruption and remain closed to all use until further notice. Click "more" to view a park map.
Updated on 10/09/2024
The Kīlauea eruption that began on September 15, 2024 near Nāpau Crater has ended as of September 23. No lava viewing is possible, there is no glow at night.
Updated on 09/23/2024
Expect closures and delays at the summit of Kīlauea due to a two-year construction project to repair or remove damaged buildings and infrastructure.
Updated on 02/01/2024
Be aware of aggressive ground-nesting vespula wasps. When threatened, leave the area. If stung and you begin to experience serious symptoms or allergic reactions, call 911.
Updated on 06/28/2023