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Aptly named "The Big Island," the island of Hawai'i is the youngest and biggest island in the Hawaiian island chain. It also boasts the highest number of national parks in the state.
Extending from sea level to 13,680 feet, the park encompasses the summits of two of the world's most active volcanoes - Kilauea and Mauna Loa - and is a designated International Biosphere Reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Alerts & Conditions ». Basic Information ».
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.
In this article, we’ve rounded up the four national parks on Hawaii’s Big Island, with information on why you should visit, and how to get to each park. Nature and history lovers must also read our guide to the state parks on the Big Island: 14 diverse parks featuring beaches to waterfalls.
Welcome to the National Park Service sites of the Big Island—a collection of five distinct and infinitely fascinating nature and cultural parks, places of historic interest and one historical trail. And all of it on one island!
The Big Island is a place with incredible natural beauty and a rich cultural history and we are not surprised that 4 (out of 5) of the National Parks in Hawaii are on our island. Next to those we also host 14 state parks and a 175 mile (282 km) national historic trail.
Established: August 1, 1916. Size: 323,431 acres. Annual Visitors: 2 million. Visitor Centers: Kilauea, daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Entrance Fees: $30 per vehicle; $15 per individual. Exploring Hawaii...