Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
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Hawaiʻi Volcanoes at a glance
- Best time
- April–May
- Trip length
- 4–7 days
- Don't miss
- Kīlauea caldera viewpoints
- Nearby city
- Volcano, HI
Explore this park
Alerts(5)
Kahuku Unit Roads
Kahuku Road beyond the cross fence (mile marker 4) is closed to vehicles; pedestrian use is permitted. Four-wheel drive is strongly recommended past the Upper Palm Trailhead (mile marker 3).
Kīpukapuaulu Trail Temporary Closed Due to Hazardous Trees
Kīpukapuaulu Trail is temporarily closed due to hazardous trees. Park staff are assessing and will reopen the trail when it is safe.
Lava Tube Bridge Replacement
NPS detailsMost of Nāhuku lava tube trail will remain open during bridge replacement but will only be accessible one way in and out from the east “exit” end. The rainforest trail to the front of the lava tube, the lava tube bridge and 50 feet into the cave will be closed during the replacement. The bridge replacement should be complete by the end of June. The restrooms will remain open.
Protect Yourself from Volcanic Tephra
Volcanic ash, rock and glassy strands (tephra) is present at Kīlauea summit and can irritate your skin, eyes and respiratory system. For your safety, do not handle it. Eye protection, long sleeves, long pants, a hat, closed-toe shoes and a dust mask are recommended.
Kīlauea eruption
NPS detailsVolcanic eruptions can be hazardous. Stay out of closed areas and monitor air quality. Eruptions can last a few hours and are often separated by pauses lasting several weeks.
Common questions
Planning Hawaiʻi Volcanoes
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts and Permits for live updates.
TrailVerse lists 1 reservation type on the Permits tab, including Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Backcountry Permits. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.
