Stand At The Edge Of A Volcano
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, HI
Hawaii wouldn’t technically exist without the presence of volcanoes. And these volcanoes on the Big Island give visitors an ideal chance to witness these powerful geological features up close and personal.
Even though we can’t guarantee that you’ll be able to see the lava flows, check with the visitor center for your best chance, there are always steam vents and volcanic craters you can stand on the edge of to feel the heat and admire the unique landscape, in which select plants still continue to thrive.
In particular, we recommend the four-mile loop through rainforests down into the Kīlauea Iki crater. All in all, it’s an epic experience that will make you feel so small yet so powerful!
Have been through most of the western US Parks, and loved them all. The trip to some of the parks can be depressing given living conditions of natives. Haven’t been to the parks in Maine, still on my list, but have been through most of the western parks in winter and summer. Can’t be beaten. Plan to go again.