Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

Current alerts

• InformationSulphur Banks Bridge Closed; Boardwalk is Open

  The Sulphur Banks Bridge is damaged and closed until further notice. The Haʻakulamanu area, boardwalk and Sulphur Banks Trail are open and accessible from the west side near Steam Vents.

• Park ClosureKeanakākoʻi Side of Kīlauea Volcano Closed Due to Volcanic Unrest

  Due to increased earthquakes below the summit of Kīlauea and volcanic unrest, the Keanakākoʻi area is temporarily closed for safety. This includes old Crater Rim Drive, the overlooks near Keanakākoʻi crater and Crater Rim Trail to Keanakākoʻi crater. Devastation parking lot remains open.

• InformationKīlauea eruption

  Volcanic 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.

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• Park ClosureMauna Loa Road Closed Past Second Cattle Guard for Tree Removal 

  Mauna Loa Road will be closed to all use from the second cattle guard (about two miles past Kīpukapuaulu) to Mauna Loa Lookout for tree removal starting September 23 through October 29, 2026. The tree work will prepare the area for the Mauna Loa Road Rehabilitation Project. Vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians will not be allowed during the closure. 

• Park ClosureHilina Pali Road Shoulder Work Scheduled 9/14/26 to 11/19/26

  Hilina Pali Road beyond the Maunaiki Trailhead will be closed to motorized vehicles on September 14, 2026 from 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday for shoulder work. Hikers, bicyclists and backcountry permit holders will be given access but should expect delays while heavy machinery works on the road. The entire road will be open to all use outside of those hours including weekends and holidays. The work is expected to be complete by November 19, 2026.

• Park ClosureKīpukapuaulu Trail Closed Due to Hazardous Trees and Hanging Limbs

  Kīpukapuaulu Trail remains closed due to numerous hazardous trees and hanging limbs resulting from several recent storms. Managers are developing a plan and will reopen the trail when it is safe.

• InformationUpper Kahuku Road Closed Beyond Boot Decontamination Station

  Upper Kahuku Road remains closed beyond the boot decontamination station due to storm damage. The Visitor Contact Station and most trails in the Kahuku Unit are now open following Hurricane Lala. Kahuku Road above the Lower Palm Trailhead is deeply rutted by the recent heavy rains. A 4WD is recommended to access areas above the Lower Palm Trailhead.

• CautionProtect 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.

Location

19.3355, -155.4700

Key trails & viewpoints

• Hōlei Sea Arch

  Walk a short distance to a view of dramatic sea cliffs and a 90-foot high arch sculpted by the sea.

• Haʻakulamanu via Sulphur Banks Trail

  See where volcanic gases have deposited colorful crystals.

• Kūpinaʻi Pali (Waldron Ledge)

  Walk along an old road damaged by an earthquake in 1983 and get panoramic views of Kaluapele

• Devastation Trail

  Stroll on a paved path through a recovering landscape that was buried by falling cinder from the 1959 Kīlauea Iki eruption.

• Keanakākoʻi

  Walk along an old portion of Crater Rim Drive to Keanakāko'i Crater and views toward the massive Halemaʻumaʻu.

• Footprints Area

  Traverse the rugged Kaʻū Desert and see footprints left by Native Hawaiians long ago.

• Puʻuloa Petroglyphs Trail

  Hike across a lava field to the largest group of petroglyphs in Hawaiʻi.

• Maunaulu via Nāpau Trail

  Explore the 1969-1974 lava flows of Maunaulu and hike to the top of Puʻuhuluhulu cinder cone.

Hours & fees

• Entrance - Private Vehicle — $30.00

  Private Vehicle Pass - The private vehicle pass admits the passholder and up to 14 passengers of a single, private (non-commercial) vehicle.

• Entrance - Motorcycle — $25.00

  Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.

• Entrance - Per Person — $15.00

  Pedestrian/Cyclist Pass - Admits one individual bicyclist, hiker, or pedestrian visiting without a private vehicle. An individual pass is not required for visitors aged 15 and under.

• Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus — $100.00

  The commercial entrance fee for a Road Based Guided Tour is based on vehicle seating capacity. For a 16-25 passenger vehicle the user fee is $100.

• Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach — $200.00

  The commercial entrance fee for a Road Based Guided Tour is based on vehicle seating capacity. For a 26+ passenger vehicle the user fee is $200. Large vehicles, defined as more than 26 feet in length and/or more than eight feet wide, are only allowed to operate on Crater Rim Drive to Kilauea Visitor Center, Kūkamāhuākea (Steam Vents), and Uēkahuna. Mauna Loa Road to the Kīpukapuaulu turnabout.

• Commercial Entrance - Per Person — $15.00

  $15 per person for Commercial Non-Road Based Guided Tours. This includes hiking more than one mile on one trail, bird watching on foot for more than one hour at one location, and/or or bicycling tours.

Activities

• Arts and Culture
• Biking
• Camping
• Backcountry Camping
• Car or Front Country Camping
• Guided Tours
• Hiking
• Backcountry Hiking
• Front-Country Hiking
• Junior Ranger Program
• Wildlife Watching
• Birdwatching
• Park Film
• Museum Exhibits
• Shopping
• Bookstore and Park Store
• Gift Shop and Souvenirs