Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

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Two Active Volcanoes. The park is home to Kīlauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, and Mauna Loa, the world's largest shield volcano. Both are constantly shaping the landscape with their power.

Living Volcanoes. Scientists visit this park to study how volcanoes work and how they built the entire Hawaiian Islands over millions of years. It's like an outdoor laboratory for volcanic science.

Rare Plants and Animals. The park has unique plants and animals found nowhere else on Earth, adapted to live in the dramatic volcanic landscape.

Shaped by Fire. The dramatic landscapes you see, from glowing lava fields to giant craters, were all created by volcanic eruptions over time.

Sacred to Hawaiians. The Kanaka Maoli people, native Hawaiians, live a respectful relationship with the land and view volcanic eruptions as sacred events rather than disasters.