Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
PO Box 52
Hawai'i National Park HI 96718-0052, 808.985.6000
Special Topics: Caves � Endangered Species � Volcanoes �
Recreation Activities: Auto Touring � Camping � Educational Programs �
Hiking � Hunting � Wilderness Area � Wildlife Viewing
Camping Areas
Namakani Paio
Open All Year
Phone (808) 985-6011
Details
Namakani Paio campground is now OPEN. However, the pavillion is still
temporarily closed due to storm damage (closed as of February 28, 2004).Located
off Highway 11, 31 1/2 miles out of Hilo at 4,000' elevation. It is a large,
open grassy area with tall eucalyptus and ohi'a trees. Camping is FREE - NO
reservations needed. Stays are limited to 7 days in a month and not to exceed 30
days per year. This campground has restrooms, water, picnic tables,and barbecue
pits. The large pavilion has picnic tables and a fire place (no firewood is
available). Weather may be cool and damp year-round. Daytime temperature range:
60s to 70 degrees F. Nightime temperature range: high 30s to low 50 degrees F.
We suggest that you have a tent with a good rainfly and bring warm clothing for
the cool evenings.
Kulanaokuaiki
Open All Year
Details
Located at 2,700' elevation and about 5 miles down the Hilina Pali Road. Camping
is FREE - NO reservations needed. Stays are limited to 7 days in a month and not
to exceed 30 days per year. Kulanaokuaiki is a new campground with only 3 sites
available for camping. 2 of these sites are wheelchair accessible. There are
barbecue grills, a vault toilet, and picnic tables. There is NO WATER at this
location.
Lodging Options
Volcano House
Open All Year
Phone 808-967-7321
Details
As Hawai'i's oldest continually operated hotel, with a history dating back to
1846, the Volcano House has for decades captured the hearts of local islanders
and traveling visitors from all over the world with its own unique charm. The
hotel is located within Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park at the 4,000' elevation
on the Big Island of Hawai'i. Volcano House is nestled on the crater rim of
Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, offering a spectacular view
and a timeless experience. Facilities include 42 rooms and 10 cabins. There are
two gift shops, which carry a variety of items including souvenirs, books,
videotapes, film, clothing, jewelry, and local arts and crafts. Other amenitiees
include a bar and restaurant. Prices range from $40.00/day to $185.00/day.
Additional Information
Getting There
Plane
Hilo and Kona airports are served by inter-island carriers, Hawaiian Airlines
and Aloha Airlines. Some major airlines have direct flights to Kona from the
continental U.S.
Car
Located on Hawai'i, often called the "Big Island", Hawai'i Volcanoes National
Park is 96 miles from Kailua-Kona driving southeast on HWY11 (2 to 2 1/2 hour
drive), or 125 miles through Waimea and Hilo via highways 19 and 11 (2 1/2 hour
drive). The park is 30 miles from Hilo (45 minute drive).
Vehicles may be rented at the Hilo and Kona airports. Most major car rental
companies are represented at both airports.
Bus
For the current Hele On bus schedule, visit this webpage:
www.co.hawaii.hi.us/mass_transit/transit_main.htm
go to: What's New
select: Bus schedules
Getting Around
Explore the summit of Kilauea volcano via Crater Rim Drive, an 11-mile loop road
that encircles the summit caldera. On the drive, visitors will pass through a
desert, cross the caldera floor, and enjoy the beauty of a tropical rainforest.
If you have three to four hours, visitors may also explore the East Rift and
coastal area via Chain of Craters Road. This road descends 3,700 feet in 20
miles and ends where a 1995 lava flow crossed the road. Depending on changing
volcanic activity, there may be opportunities for viewing active lava flows. No
food or fuel is available along the Chain of Craters Road.
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