As of August 1, 2022, Nāhuku (Thurston lava tube) is closed until further notice for structural monitoring and safety. The National Park Service said that data from a crackmeter “revealed that a fracture near a large overhanging rock slab at the apex of the lava tube has narrowed by 2.47 mm since Saturday. Further monitoring is required to determine if the lava tube can safely reopen." Click the link below for further information ..read more

Located along a remote southern coastline in Kaʻū, south of Ocean View, Pōhue Bay is now part of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, preserving 16,451 acres of the "area's unique natural and cultural resources from development." A scenic oasis among a rugged landscape, access to Pōhue Bay is long, hot and barren. The area is home to well-preserved Hawaiian cultural sites, lava tubes, mountain to ocean trails, remains of coastal villages and petroglyphs. It is also a critical habitat for endangered green sea turtles, Hawaiian hawksbill turtles and Hawaiian monk seals. Endemic red shrimp live in anc ..read more

Hundreds of thousands of years of nearly continuous volcanic activity created long subterranean tunnels, or lava tubes, primarily on the southeast side of the Big Island. Inside many lava tubes, roots dangle from the ceiling, slipping through the lava in search of water. And now, living inside these subterranean habitats, never before seen creatures are being discovered ..read more

Based on recommendations from a geotechnical assessment, as of February 25, 2022 Waipi‘o Valley Road is closed to all visitors due to increased risk of slope and roadway failure. It is no longer possible for visitors to access Waipi‘o Valley beyond the overlook whether on foot, horseback, personal vehicle, atv, or on a commercial tour. The closure includes a camping ban. We remain hopeful the road will re-open in the future to allow visitors to enjoy this magical and historic place ..read more

A sudden increase in earthquake activity at the Kilauea summit last week has led to a new eruption, and lava is once again filling the Halema'uma'u summit crater. Because any new phase of an eruption is "dynamic and uncertain", the USGS Volcanic Alert Level has been raised to WARNING ..read more

The depth of the lava lake inside the Halema'uma'u crater at the summit of Kilauea has increased dramatically. Try to imagine lava deep enough to nearly bury the Empire State Building! Click on the image for a larger view ..read more

Following years of discussion around how to protect Hawaiian spinner dolphins from increased human activity and associated interactions, a new federal rule takes effect on October 28, 2021 that prohibits approaching, swimming with or staying within fifty yards of a Hawaiian spinner dolphin. The new rule has been established in order to protect spinner dolphins that use areas close to shore to rest, socialize, nurture their young, and shelter from predators ..read more

A sudden increase in earthquake activity at the Kilauea summit last week has led to a new eruption, and lava is once again filling the Halema'uma'u summit crater. Because any new phase of an eruption is "dynamic and uncertain", the USGS Volcanic Alert Level has been raised to WARNING ..read more

Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay is the only resort hotel south of the Kohala Coast. Come experience the rich history of Keauhou Bay ..read more

As Covid-19 cases continue to surge in Hawai'i, officials announced Thursday that the 2021 Kona Ironman World Championship Triathlon, originally scheduled for October 9, has been postponed until February 5, 2022. With ongoing Covid-19 related impacts to the Big Island, combined with border closures and travel restrictions for athletes, The IRONMAN Group determined the best course of action would be to delay the event until 2022. Stay tuned ..read more