Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

城市概覽

Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park is open 24 hours a day, year-round. Above all, be respectful. The people of Hawaii are very spiritually inclined, and consider the volcano to be a sacred place, the home of the Goddess Pele. Also, it is a volcano, so it may pay to be cautious.

History

Radiocarbon dating suggests that ancient Hawaiians settled this area of Puna and Ka`u some time between 1200 and 1450 AD. The coastal area was likely settled first. Evidence of living areas can be found in the remnants of house platforms and habitation caves still scattered throughout the lowland and upland areas. Trail systems later connected the villages along the coast to house sites in the upper regions as well as provided access to the upland resources. Major historic events also took place in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park including the death of a large portion of a warrior party by an explosive volcanic eruption of Kilauea in 1790. Evidence of their last march can be found in footprints preserved in the hardened ash. The Ka`u Desert has also revealed evidence of intensive use of temporary shelter sites along a major trail system connecting the lower Ka`u District and Kilauea. Living on an active lava landscape can be found literally everywhere in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park. Over 14,000 prehistoric archaeological features have been recorded. The first European to travel through here was the Reverend William Ellis in 1823. Numerous eruptions and lava flows drew adventurers and scientists to the crater rim. Remnants of these early visits can be found in the trails and historic roads that cross the park. The historic 1877 Volcano House, which overlooks the Kilauea Caldera, was one of the early guesthouses in the park. Today, it is used by the Kilauea Art Center. The 1941 Volcano House, perched on the caldera rim, continues to provide lodging for park visitors. The USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO), founded in 1912, preceded the establishment of the park by four years. T

如何抵達

By car Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is on the Big Island of Hawai`i.

From Hilo: 30 miles southwest on Highway 11 (a 45 minute drive). From Kailua-Kona: 96 miles southeast on Highway 11 (2-2½ hour drive), or 125 miles through Waimea and Hilo via highways 19 and 11 (2½-3 hours).

By bus Hele On Bus system (Volcano stop on the Kau/Hilo or Kona/Hilo routes). There is only one limited county bus that comes to the park, operating M-Sa, no holidays. Like most buses on the island it is designed for commuters. The bus route connects Hilo to Ka'u and runs a couple times early in the morning and a couple times in the afternoon. (updated Sep 2018)

By air International and mainland carriers service Hilo and Kona International Airports. Hilo and Kona Airports are also served by inter-island carriers.

當地交通

Due to traffic congestion and closures at the Uēkahuna lot, public vehicles face heavy restrictions. A popular alternative for navigating the park during peak viewing windows is utilizing the paved paths via bicycle or e-bike. Staging is available just 2 miles outside the park gates at Aloha Crater Lodge, which provides point-to-point route access that bypasses the main highway vehicle queues entirely. There is no public transportation within the park. Maps and brochures showing all roads, trails and attractions are available at the Visitor Center.

必看景點

Note on Eruption Viewing: When peak crowds cause parking lots like Uēkahuna to close to public vehicles, the paved paths remain open to pedestrians and bicycles. Travelers looking to guarantee access to the rim views can stage from the immediate perimeter outside the park gates (such as Aloha Crater Lodge, located 2 miles away), using e-bikes to ride directly to the open caldera overlooks. Many people can spend several days exploring all that the park has to offer. There are a number of excellent hikes, showcasing most of the flavors of Hawaiian geological activity. If you're lucky, you may also catch the volcano erupting (you can check the park's website for status updates).

1 Kīlauea Visitor Center (Near park entrance). Daily 7:45AM-5PM. Staff have maps and latest information on conditions and lava flows. Exhibits on island formation; the arrival of life by wing, wind, and wave; ecosystems from sea to summit; the sights and sounds of the rain forest; invasive species; and those who make a difference in resource protection. Interwoven throughout are the mana`o (wisdom) and mo`olelo (stories) of Hawai`i's indigenous people. A film, Born of Fire, Born of the Sea, is shown on-the-hour in the auditorium 9AM-4PM. Be sure to inquire about the excellent ranger-led programs available. (updated Jun 2020) Volcano Art Center Gallery (adjacent to the Kilauea Visitor Center). 9AM-5PM daily. Art gallery displaying local and native Hawaiian art. One can also purchase art as a souvenir though they are pricey. Free Admission. (updated Apr 2022) 2 Crater Rim Drive. A 6-mile partial loop road that goes from Uekahuna in the west around to Chain of Craters Road in the south, providing access to well-marked scenic overlooks and short walks. This used to be a full loop encircling the summit caldera, but the southwest section (going counterclockwise from Uekahuna to Chain of Craters Road) has been permanently closed after the 2018 eruption (see map), when portions of the road collapse

體驗活動

Hiking Park trails range in difficulty from easy walks (Bird Park/Kipuka Puaulu or Thurston Lava Tube/Nahuku) to longer hikes such as Kilauea Iki or Mauna Iki. Other trails provide access through wilderness areas and are suitable only for those who are in top physical condition and properly outfitted with winter gear. Most trails are well maintained and easy to follow. Wilderness trails are roughly marked by ahu (cairns - piles of rock). Devastation and Waldron Ledge trails are paved and accessible to wheelchairs and strollers. Some trails are closed due to the 2018 eruption. Rangers on duty in the Kilauea Visitor Center (7:45AM-5PM daily), will assist hikers with trail information, maps, and permits. National Park Service information links: day hikes, overnight hikes.

購物

Hawai`i Pacific Parks Association bookstore (Adjoining the visitor center). Offers an extensive array of books and other educational materials related to Hawai`i's natural and cultural history. The non-profit cooperating association supports the park's mission and programs. They also maintain a sales location in the park's Jaggar Museum.

美食

There are a few other tasty restaurants nearby in the town of Volcano Village 1–2 minutes north of the park.

1 Volcano House Hotel and Restaurant (across the street from the Kilauea Visitor Center), ☏ +1 808 967-7321, [email protected]. On the rim of Kilauea Caldera in the historic hotel. Kilauea Military Camp - Crater Rim Cafe (99-252 Crater Rim Drive, Volcano) For cheap and pentiful food away from tourist hoardes.

飲品與夜生活

From local bars or a machine at the information center.

住宿

Lodging There are more options near