National Park Week is April 20th through the 28th and our favorite park to visit is always Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park! Throughout the week, the park has various special events and programs for everyone in Volcano, Hawaii to enjoy. Check out some of the can’t-miss activities the park has in store!
Happy American Heart Month! It's the perfect time to get your heart pumping and improve overall health by forest bathing in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. If you’ve never tried forest bathing, here’s what you need to know!
From half marathons and poi pounding to secret gardens tours and wine tasting, the Experience Volcano Festival 2023 is a fantastic chance to share the food, music, art, activities, culture, and nature that make Volcano, Hawai’i so treasured! Here are 5 ways you can enjoy this family-friendly event, July 29th and 30th.
Kīlauea is erupting, but thereʻs no way to know how long (or short) this spectacular eruption will last, so plan your visit to Volcano, Hawaii sooner than later. Check out our 2023 Guide for the latest eruption info and tips on planning a trip to safely enjoy Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
National Park Week is April 22 - April 30. If you’re traveling to Volcano, HI during the annual celebration, include a visit to Kahuku in your plans and connect with the park by participating in memorable events and programs all week long.
If you're planning a trip to Hawaii's Big Island, you can rest assured that it’s safe to stay in Volcano, Hawai’i and visit the park. In fact, visitors are flocking to the park to see the dual eruptions of Mauna Loa and Kilauea. Keep reading to find out what you need to know about experiencing this once-in-a-lifetime natural event!
Get the most recent updates from Hawai’i County and the Hawai’i State Department of Health on COVID-19, and all the info you need to plan your upcoming Volcano vacation on the Big Island!
Summer in Hawai'i always starts with the celebration of King Kamehameha Day! On June 11th, we honor the great strength and intelligence that Kamehameha the Great displayed in his unification of the Kingdom of Hawai'i. Read more about his contributions, and how we're celebrating King Kamehameha's legacy at the Volcano Art Center all month long!
Not all volcanoes are created equal! Here, we look at the key differences that make the Big Island's volcanoes much safer than Krakatoa, Hunga Tonga, and some of the more dangerous volcanoes around the world
Madam Pele has taken up residence in Kīlauea Volcano once more, and Halemaʻumaʻu crater’s lava lake isn’t the only proof of her presence. For over a century, many claim to have encountered her white dog days before an eruption. You can read more about some of our favorite tales of Pele’s dog in today’s blog!
Hawai'i has a rich plantation history and our very own Ola’a House has deep ties to what was once Hawai’i Island’s largest sugar plantation. Read more about how the home of the Ola'a Sugar Company's manager became Volcano's Ola’a House, and discover how one man's vision for creating a place for showcasing historic artifacts and highlighting Hawai’i’s multicultural heritage became the Hawaii Plantation Museum.
If you're planning a visit to Volcanoes National Park, pair your hike with a wine tasting at Volcano Winery, the southernmost winery in the U.S. Ready to enjoy a bottle of local wine while lounging around the fire? Read more about the Winery and all the unique wines that await you!
