There are hiking trails in Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park like no other in the world. Below, you will find a list of trip journals and photos, submitted by visitors, that highlight some of the spectacular scenery and special moments experienced on trips off the beaten path. Share your journey with others by submitting a hike journal to our webmaster.

Familiarize yourself with Park regulations, prepare well for your hike, know the hazards, and take the right gear for your specific destination. Read and enjoy! 

Apua

• Apua (November 2003) by David Hoover

Halape

• Halape (January 2003) by David Bonsey
• Halape (June 2005) by Drew Erickson
• Halape (June 2006) by James Yamasaki

Ka'aha

• Ka`aha (July 2005) by Drew Erickson
• Ka`aha and Pepeiao (Dec 2006) by Jerry Hannigan

Keauhou

• Keauhou (May 2009) by John Endriss

Kilauea Iki

• Kilauea Iki (July 2003 )by Lisa Frein

Mauna Loa Trail

• Mauna Loa Trail (October 2005) by Anne Walker
• Mauna Loa Trail by Kelly Villaverde
• Mauna Loa Trail - 2 (December 2005) by Kelly Villaverde
• Mauna Loa Trail - (September 24-27, 2007)

• Mauna Loa Observatory Trail (April 2004) by David Hoover
• Mauna Loa Observatory Trail (July 2004)
• Mauna Loa Observatory Trail (August 31, 2005) by Jim Albertini
• Mauna Loa Obseratory Trail (May 30-June 1, 2006) by Shawn Quinn
• Mauna Loa Observatory Trail (December 19-20, 2006) by Joseph Lang
• Mauna Loa Observatory Trail (November 21-22, 2008) by Phillip Hoglin 
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• Mauna Loa Trail to Red Hill (January 2, 2006) by Norrie Judd

Napau

• Napau (September 2003) by David Hoover

Share your trip experiences on our webpage!
Send your journal and photos to: Webmaster

Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park
Attn: Webmaster
P.O. Box 52
Hawai`i National Park, HI 96718

or call (808) 985-6176 for more information.