"Hawaii Volcanoes National Park" Hawaii Volcanoes National Park by derats

The park itself encompasses the summit and northeast slope of Mauna Loa volcano and the vast Kilauea Caldera, which has been active since 1983. If you are lucky enough to time your visit to an eruption or lava flow, you'll witness the experience of a lifetime. But even without a fiery show, a tour of the park is a fascinating experience for folks of all ages.
Be sure to have a some warm clothing, as temperatures at 4000 feet can be quite nippy.
Kilauea Volcano, more specifically its Halemaumau Crater, is the legendary home of the fire goddess Pele, whose spirit many believe still rules here. Stories of 'Pele's curse' -- bad luck to anyone who takes away her rocks -- are so widespread that someone recently published a book of letters from repentant rock thieves asking park rangers to 'please return this rock to
Madame Pele.' Rock hounds beware!
The Park is open 24 hours a day all year; Kilauea Visitor Center is open from daily 7:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Here you will receive the latest information on park roads, trails, activities and safety precautions. Remember, the park is located on two active volcanoes. Conditions can change quickly.
At Kilauea, where the very ground is sacred to the Hawaiian people, remember to E nihi ka hele, walk softly!