Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

Nowhere else on earth can you get as close to the power of a volcano as you can here, where Kilauea still smolders, steam vents spew sulfur, and lava flows consume the road . Read more

Great hiking and breathtaking sights. There's lots to see and do do stop by the visitor center for guides and tips. Be sure to ask if you're able to hike to the lava flow !

Dress in layers as the temp changes with elevation and wear good shoes for hiking - you're going to want to hike . See as much of this park as you can because it's one of a kind and worth every moment.

The top attraction in Hawaii, here you can learn about the volcanoes that created our islands . Although the lava might not be flowing, steam vents and sulfur banks remind you of the power underground.

There are a lot of things to do here, so do as much as you can with the time you have! Get a map from the visitor center to help plan your visit. And your car pass is good for a week, so come back!

If you want to take a picture of the lava glow and stars at night, you will need a tripod. No, your cellphone and iPad won't capture anything... Using an iPad for photography is ridiculous anyway.

Extremely well worth spending the whole day or as long as you possibly can here. Great hikes . Great views . Great learning

Good and friendly staffs here. Tailored itinerary (2 hours, 4 hours and etc) helps us to cover the good spots with limited time. Well manage national park .

It's open 24 hours . So try coming at night to see the stars! If the moon is full, it adds an iridescent glow to the craters.

Amazing views . Quite big for a day visit. A car is a nessesity. Nice postcards in the visitor center . Some of the trails are closed because of vulcanic activity.

A breathtaking view over the crater and all these steams! If you watch the 6 minute Video in the visitor center you can imagine what Mother Nature did over here. Sadly a lot of hikes were closed.

The best national park ever, hands down! Such a unique experience to hike around lava fields and see the lava meeting ocean! Must-go!!!

What an amazing national park ! Unlike anything else this country has to offer so if you can, you must try to make a trip out here. You'll be disappointed if you don't

Our best experience in Hawaii - better go in the morning to avoid crowds. The 4-mile hike to volcano crater was amazing (starts opposite the entrance to lava tubes)

Spectacular park regardless of if the lava is flowing or not. Such diversity in terrain and activities. Be sure to spend more than a day.

Tip: Really take the bike or ensure you're wearing good walking shoes . It's a REALLY long walk on uneven ground. Also remember you'll need to walk back too.

We did the Kilauea Iki hike across the crater, Thurston lava tube , and drove down to the end of Chain of Craters road . Leave lots of time! Buy the ponchos for $3.95 and use the rest of your trip.

Great trails ! We spent a day here, barely putting a dent in the amount of things to do! Get a stainless steel water bottle and refill it with the naturally purified rain water.

While some of the trails here might appear to be easy to moderate, I would suggest bringing the right shoes , lots of water, and sunscreen . The terrain is very rough and the wind is relentless.

Bring your hiking shoes . Drive down Chain of Craters for the Petroglyphs and Lava covering the old road . Also prepare for chilly and wet weather. Lots of long sleeved clothing sold here.

Bring water bottles and sunscreen . No beverages for sale, except at the bottom of the road to the ocean. Get a map at the visitor center , and do everything you have time to do.

Don't leave the park until dawn or you Gina miss the glowing lava lake spectacular view in front of the jaggar museum

Visit in the evening to see the volcano glow . Thurston Lava Tube is a must. Walk through a tube which formerly carried liquid-hot magma! Also, bring a jacket , as much of the area is rainy.

Unreal national park — make sure to stay post dusk for the apocalyptic lights

Your receipt is valid for 7 days so if you can always come back in case you’ve missed something.

Wait til dusk to watch the active crater glow. Bring binoculars or a telescope to see the lava splash.

Had dinner at 7:30pm. Got there early to ask for a window seat . Restaurant was good, but better view from little room outside the restaurant or bar - recommend going there closer to 8-8:30 PM

I created my first lava lamp at this park .

Fantastic, there's something from everyone; short to long hikes into craters, scenic drive "crater road " is amazing. Plan 2 days minimum.

Drive to the end of Chain of Craters Road for spectacular views of the stone arch in the sea.

Take the time to explore everything including the museums and gift shop !

Definitely worth the trip if you have time on the big island . be sure to catch the lava glow at night.

take enough time, bring your hiking shoes and explore! amazing place with surprising views

Do the Kilauea Iki Crater hike . Amazing and truly one-of-a-kind.

Stay nearby overnight so you can see the volcano glow at night.

Go to the Volcano house restaurant . Good food and the view from the crater is really good.

Very cool and interesting place. Great hikes and lots to explore.

Be sure to walk through the Thurston Lava Tube while you're here!

Go back at sunset to watch the glow of the magma slowly start to appear in the steam. Amazing!

Check out the steam vents , lava tubes and hike to the volcanos. I could spend days here!!

Wear hiking boots and pants (falling on lava is like falling on broken glass). Be prepared for this challenging terrain with this free emergency guide app. Read more

Come between dusk and 7:00pm to see the volcano exhibit and then the real thing

Lots to soak in here. Take your time and enjoy the origins of life.

Hike or simple drive, you're bound to bump into seeing a volcano crater ????????

The lava flow crossing the road is probably my favorite part. As a geologist, I wish I could have seen more but most of the road was closed. :(

There are far too many trails to do it all in a day. You will need at least three days to take as much of it in.

Erupting since 1983, Kilauea is one of Earth's most spectacular phenomena. Read more

Be sure it’s open before you go!

Take a jacket . And spend the money and take a helicopter tour , after you see the park .

Bring rain gear and a sweatshirt! It's much cooler and wetter on this part of the island .