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National Parks

Hawaii has several National Parks and National Park Service sites across the islands. Whether you’re looking to see active lava flows or you want to walk on the surface of the moon in the crater of Haleakala, there are incredible sights to see in Hawaii’s National Parks.

Hawaiian history is a huge park of the National Park Service sites in Hawaii. From ancient heiau sites to fishing ponds, a lepper colony or epic sea turtle haul out, you’ll find some beautiful, unique places to experience Hawaii within the NPS network.

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Camping at Hosmer Grove Campground Haleakala National Park Maui Hawaii 1
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Camping at Hosmer Grove in Beautiful Haleakala National Park

Camping at the Hosmer Grove Campground at Haleakala National Park on Maui is a truly unique way to experience Hawaii. See what to expect and how to plan for camping at Haleakala NP, including tips for packing and sunrise.
Kamakahonu National Historic Landmark at Sunrise Kailua Kona Big Island Hawaii 1
Posted inBig Island National Parks

Beautiful Kamakahonu Historic Landmark in Kailua-Kona

Kamakahonu National Historic Landmark is a beautiful site in downtown Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawaii. The former residence of King Kamehameha I, see how you can experience this unique site on the Kona Coast.
Honu Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle at Kaloko Honokohau National Historic Park Kailua Kona Big Island Hawaii 9
Posted inBig Island National Parks

Kaloko Honokohau National Historic Park: Remarkable Sea Turtles and More

The best way to start a visit to the Big Island is with time at Kaloko Honokohau National Historic Park. Kailua-Kona's best place to see honu, Hawaiian green sea turtles, Honokohau is one of my favorite places on the Kona Coast and is always my first stop after landing.
Rainbow in Haleakala Crater Summit Haleakala National Park Maui Hawaii 5
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Haleakala National Park: Guide to Maui’s Beautiful, Otherworldly Volcano

This guide to Haleakala National Park on Maui has everything you need to know from the best hiking to how many days you need to visit. Sunrise on Haleakala and biking down the mountain, picnics and ever-changing weather are all covered here.
Kii Carvings at Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park Captain Cook Big Island Hawaii 23
Posted inBig Island National Parks

Pu’uhonua O Honaunau – Appreciating Beautiful Hawaiian Culture

Pu'uhonua O Honaunau National Historic Park on the Big Island is THE best place to see Native Hawaiian carvings and history up close. See what you'll find here, things to do and when to visit Pu'uhonua O Honaunau. It's amazing.
Orchid Lei and Kukui Nuts at Puukohola Heiau National Historic Site Northern Kona Coast Big Island Hawaii 1
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Pu’ukohola Heiau National Historic Site – History and Beauty on the Kona Coast

Pu'ukohola Heiau National Historic Site is often overlooked by those visiting the Kona Coast of the Big Island. This is an ideal spot for both learning about historic Native Hawaiian culture and taking in the beauty of the Big Island of Hawaii.
Crowd at Lava Glow at Keanakako’i Overlook Trail Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Big Island 1
Posted inActivities Big Island National Parks

Hawaii Volcanoes at Night: Best Lava Glow and Starry Skies

Visiting Hawaii Volcanoes National Park at night for the Kīlauea lava glow is awesome. Everything you need to know to plan a nighttime trip into the park, including where to see flowing Hawaii lava, how to photograph lava glow and more.
Kiliuea Crater from Volcano House Lodge Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Big Island Hawaii 2
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: Amazing Things to Do and Experience

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a very unique place to visit with many things to do. From hiking in lava tubes to watching the glowing, hot lava flowing through the dark, these are our top tips for visiting Hawaii Volcanoes NPS and having an unforgettable time on the Big Island.

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National Parks

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    Camping at Hosmer Grove in Beautiful Haleakala National Park
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    Beautiful Kamakahonu Historic Landmark in Kailua-Kona
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    Kaloko Honokohau National Historic Park: Remarkable Sea Turtles and More
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