As of December 23, 2024, Kīlauea volcano is erupting within Halemaʻumaʻu crater in the summit caldera. See our often updated viewing tips to find out how to best see lava. Q: Can you hike to the lava flow? No, the ongoing eruption of Kīlauea is occurring within a closed area of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.

2025年3月22日 · Set out on a unique evening active lava glow adventure that can only be found on the Big Island of Hawaii. Explore the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, and watch the orange glow from molten lava within the Kilauea caldera against the beauty of the starry evening sky, a sight only visible when the volcano is actively erupting.

5 天之前 · When the volcano is active, you can observe bright eruptions, flowing lava, and a strong glow, especially at night. During a pause, volcanic activity is minimal, with little to no eruptions, though a faint glow at night from residual lava may still be visible. Adjust the slider to help determine the conditions for viewing the eruption.

Are you captivated by the Kilauea volcano’s lava glow? Mesmerized by the dazzling night sky in the Volcanoes National Park? Looking for uniquely adapted plant and bird life?

Experience the Big Island's volcanic activity, a miracle of nature that isn’t found elsewhere on planet Earth. Hawaii provides incredible access to see the red glow of molten lava.

2023年11月15日 · A lava lake is a pool of molten lava that persists in a vent or crater of a volcano. Lava lakes in Hawaiʻi are among the few that can be found in the world, and they have been a source of scientific study and fascination for many years.

2024年11月11日 · 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.

2024年6月22日 · What Makes Lava Glow? Lava glows because of its high temperature. When the molten rock is exposed to the air, it emits a vibrant red light. This phenomenon is caused by the extreme heat of the lava, which reaches temperatures exceeding 1,000°C (1,832°F).

2024年6月25日 · Yes, molten lava does glow. When magma, which is molten rock located beneath the Earth’s surface, erupts onto the surface and becomes lava, it emits a bright orange glow. The lava exposed to the air tends to cool and turn into a deep black color, while the molten rock beneath continues to glow in bright orange. Does magma glow in the dark?