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.

Map of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Kahuku Unit with two stars at the coast marking the area of the prescribed burn piles

Prescribed burning of vegetation in Kahuku-Pōhue section of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park planned May 5 - 8

2026-04-27

Firefighters plan to burn two small piles of accumulated vegetation, mostly coconut palm fronds and coconuts, in the Kahuku-Pōhue coastal area of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park May 5 through May 8, 2026.

A volcano emits a plume of gray gas into a purplish sunrise sky

May 2026 Events & Updates at  Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park 

2026-04-22

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park announces updates and events for May 2026.

A worn out wooden bridge leading into a cave

Work to Replace Lava Tube Bridge Begins April 23

2026-04-17

Work to replace the deteriorating bridge into Nāhuku lava tube in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park will start Thursday, April 23. The lava tube will remain open, but entrance and exit will be on the east (or “exit”) end only.

Lava oozes out of a volcanic vent discharging gas and steam

Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Prepares for Next Eruption of Kīlauea Volcano and Wind Shift

2026-04-03

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is preparing for the next eruption of Kīlauea volcano (episode 44), increased visitation, and the potential for lava fountains and a wind shift from the south.

April 2026 Notice of Flight Operations

2026-03-31

Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park announces flight operations for April 2026: