Parks

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.

Map showing location of park.

October 2024 Notice of Flight Operations

2024-10-01

Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park announces flight operations for October 2024:

Black lava covers the ground in a burned forest

Trails partially reopen to Kīlauea volcano’s east rift zone in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

2024-09-30

Park rangers reopened part of Kīlauea volcano’s east rift zone over the weekend, but areas east of Makaopuhi crater remain closed due to volcanic and wildfire-related hazards.

View of power lines in a densely forested area

Park and utility company seek public comment on environmental assessment for electrical line relocation project

2024-09-23

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park (HVNP), in coordination with Hawaiian Electric (HECO), seeks public input on their environmental assessment of a proposed electrical line relocation project within the park that would make the system more resilient to extreme weather.

Wooden deck overlooking coastline with six people and picnic tables

Eruption hazards increase along Chain of Craters Road

2024-09-19

Chain of Craters Road is open to Hōlei Sea Arch but volcanic hazards have increased from the eruption near Nāpau Crater.

Arial view of small bright red lava fountain surrounded by black lava rock and forest.

Chain of Craters Reopens as Eruption Hazards Ease

2024-09-18

Chain of Craters Road is now open as eruption hazards ease in Kīlauea volcano’s middle East Rift Zone (MERZ). Maunaulu Trail and parking area, Nāpau Trail and Nāulu Trail remain closed to all use due to continued eruption hazards including gas emissions and potential wildland fire.