Guides
An unforgettable drive from the top of Kilauea in Hawai'i to the Pacific Ocean.
Many people come to Hawaii for the beaches, but Kilauea is a place you do not want to miss on any visit to the Big Island. Set aside an entire day, at least, for seeing Kilauea and all its sites. This drive down the Chain of Craters Drive is an unforgettable journey from the top of the volcano, past volcanic floes and craters from ages past, and down...
Hiking inside the desolate crater of possibly the world's most active volcano.
The volcanic activity that created the Hawaiian island chain hasn't yet finished working on what's know as the 'Big Island' called Hawaii. If you need evidence, look no further than the lava flows and gas eruptions that spill from the Kilauea volcano located on the south-east side of the Big Island. You'll find Kilauea at Volcanoes National Park...
Trips
A short hike down (and back up) to Captain Cook Monument, in beautiful Kealakekua Bay.At the north end of Kealakekua Bay, British explorer Captain Cook was killed in 1779. A monument commemorating the event was erected in 1874 close to the spot Cook is believed to have fallen. Accessing this monument is not very easy. You either have to take a boat, a kayak, or hike to it. We chose to hike...
A nice exploration of the Kiholo Bay, including its amazing Wainanalii lagoon.My dad and I decided to explore Kiholo Bay (in the Kohala area) on a very nice afternoon. Kiholo Bay extends roughly from the "private" Luahinewai Pond in the south, to the Wainanalii lagoon in the north, roughly distant from each other by 1.5 miles.We accessed the bay using a trail that starts along Queen Kaahumanu Highway. This trail goes through...
Kilauea Iki Trail - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Volcano, Hawaii, United States
Hiking | 5.9 miles
Hiking | 5.9 miles
Hiking inside a crater, on a solidified lava lake, is a unique experience. It can be done in the Kilauea Iki crater, right at the heart of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.My dad and I have been meaning to hike this trail. As a matter of fact, we came back to the park despite the distance (about 3 hours of driving from the Kohala Coast) just for this hike, and it was...
This is a 4 miles strenuous hike. The trail head is just off Hwy 11 just past the 111 marker. Look for the turnoff to Captain Cook Bay (also called Napo'opo'o road. The start of the trail is about 50 yds down the road. Look for 3 palm trees as you go down the road. There are some turnouts on the road so that you can park. There are no facilities here....
Hike to the top of the largest volcano on earth.
Malama Trail to Puako Petroglyph Park
Lahuipuaa (historical), Hawaii, United States
Hiking | 1.4 miles
Hiking | 1.4 miles
An easy hike with my dad to check out one of the largest collections of prehistoric petroglyphs.This is a very easy hike in terms of distance (less than 1.5 miles round trip) and elevation (it's flat) but it can be tough because it's hot and dusty, and because the roots of the kiawe trees keep trying to make you trip (watch out for this trees. They are beautiful but they have long...
Hawai'i: Big Island - Volcanoes National Park: Kīlauea Iki Trail
Volcano, Hawaii, United States
Hiking | 3.7 miles
Hiking | 3.7 miles
This is a moderate 4-mile hike located with the Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. You start out hiking along the ridge of the crater. About half-way through, you have descended all the way down into the crater, where you can still see gas and smoke escaping.
Hiking the Kilauea Iki Trail with the sidetrip to the Thurston Lava Tube.
great hike in Volcano National Park.
It was a rainy day on the volcano. Unfortunately, some portions of the park are closed due to large amounts of Sulfur Dioxide emissions. Walking along the bottom of a volcanic crater was incredible.
The view from the bridge crossing the Wailuku River is okay, but if you look closely, there is a decently-cut trail going all the way to the top of the falls.
Hawai'i: Big Island - Pe'epe'e Falls & Boiling Pots
Pi‘ihonua, Hawaii, United States
Hiking | 0.6 miles
Hiking | 0.6 miles
This is a state park, with a decent viewing area to snap a few pictures. If you're up for a short, steep hike, you won't be disappointed!
Two short walks to see the old lava flow that destroyed road and land. Unfortunately the live lava flow was 2-3 miles away from the Kalapana but the county official still used the old site!!!!
