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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Highway 11, Hilo, Hawaii 96718

Featured Review : I have been fortunate to visit and explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the surrounding area many times over the past ten years. On my first visit to Hawaii in August 2000, I remember not knowing what to expect ...See Full Review

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Reviews

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Timing too important

  • 3 out of 5 stars by Chris & Carinne from Oakland, California
  • January 8, 2012
Timing too important
Quote: Having visited most of the US National Parks, I must admit I found Hawaii Volcanoes somewhat underwhelming. However, I recognize this is in large part due to the timing of our visit; other times might have yielded a more satisfying experience. When... Read the full Hawaii Volcanoes National Park review

From journal The Last State

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Following Madame Pele Over the Years

  • 5 out of 5 stars by MilwVon from Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  • May 7, 2010
Following Madame Pele Over the Years
Quote: I have been fortunate to visit and explore Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the surrounding area many times over the past ten years. On my first visit to Hawaii in August 2000, I remember not knowing what to expect as I landed in Kona only to... Read the full Hawaii Volcanoes National Park review

From journal More Kona Adventures

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

  • 5 out of 5 stars by azsunluvr from Mesa, Arizona
  • July 26, 2007
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Quote: On the Big Island, a visit to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park cannot be missed! As the newest island in the chain, Hawaii is still being added to by the active Kilauea volcano. The park can be adequately seen in a few hours, or explored over a few... Read the full Hawaii Volcanoes National Park review

From journal 11 Day Hawaii Vacation--Maui and the Big Island

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

  • 3 out of 5 stars by kathyjohanna from Stratford, Wisconsin
  • April 10, 2007
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Quote: Hawaii's Volcano National Park is located on the Big Island. This national park contains two of the world's most active volcanoes. The first volcano, Mauna Loa, is the tallest mountain on Earth and the other volcano, Kilauea, is known for spitting... Read the full Hawaii Volcanoes National Park review

From journal Aloha

Kilauea Exploratory

  • 5 out of 5 stars by kona from Pompton plains, New Jersey
  • January 17, 2007
Kilauea Exploratory
Quote: A vast sea of cooled lava flows, some as recent as a few months. Acres and acres of black rock is twisted into bizarre shapes and encompasses surrounding towns, where you can see half-buried stop signs and remainders of houses that were in the path... Read the full Hawaii Volcanoes National Park review

From journal Big Island Action

Volcanoes National Park/Part 3

  • 5 out of 5 stars by wanderer 2005 from Phoenix, Arizona
  • January 4, 2007
Volcanoes National Park/Part 3
Quote: As you drive along Crater Rim Drive, about a mile from the visitor center, are the steam vents and sulpher banks. You absolutely have to stop here. If you thought the lava makes this place look like the moon, wait till you see the steam vents. The... Read the full Hawaii Volcanoes National Park review

From journal They Call it the Big Island of Hawaii for a Reason

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Volcanoes National Park - Part 2

  • 5 out of 5 stars by wanderer 2005 from Phoenix, Arizona
  • January 3, 2007
Volcanoes National Park - Part 2
Quote: As you continue down Chain of Craters Road, there are many craters and pullouts to stop at and take pictures or hike, but as you drive, there is a point where you can see where the lava is flowing into the ocean. Now, this is something to see!... Read the full Hawaii Volcanoes National Park review

From journal They Call it the Big Island of Hawaii for a Reason

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Volcanoes National Park - Part 1

  • 5 out of 5 stars by wanderer 2005 from Phoenix, Arizona
  • January 3, 2007
Volcanoes National Park - Part 1
Quote: Volcanoes National Park is like nothing you’ve ever seen before. Miles and miles of lava fields, steam vents, lava flowing into the ocean, lava crossing the road and lava tubes, there is plenty to see and do here and it takes all day, if not 2 days.... Read the full Hawaii Volcanoes National Park review

From journal They Call it the Big Island of Hawaii for a Reason

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

  • 5 out of 5 stars by rubylu from Sebastopol, California
  • December 14, 2006
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Quote: The Hawaiian islands were created by a chain of volcanic action, rising from the floor of the Pacific and moving south. The Big Island is the southernmost and newest of the islands. It has five volcanoes: one extinct, two dormant, and two active.... Read the full Hawaii Volcanoes National Park review

From journal Big Island 2--Kona to Volcano

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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

  • 5 out of 5 stars by MilwVon from Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  • August 11, 2006
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Quote: You can drive the loop roads around the park, but you shouldn't! Be sure to get out and experience the park. There is so much to see and do, we actually suggest you plan on two trips to this incredible marvel. You'll want one day to drive and walk... Read the full Hawaii Volcanoes National Park review

From journal Hilo - The Other Side of the Big Island