Is there active lava-flow on Oahu?


Is there active lava-flow on Oahu? There are currently no lava flows outside the crater or ocean entry of lava, therefore Lava boat tours and many lava related tours are not currently running due to the lack of molten lava flowing outside of the crater. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is open and has plenty of volcano related things to do and see.


Can tourists see the volcano in Hawaii?

Today, Hawai?i Volcanoes National Park on the island of Hawai?i is one of the few places in the world where visitors can come face to face with an active volcano—a truly unforgettable experience.


Where are the lava zones in Hawaii?

The land area classified under Zone 1, the most hazardous, includes volcanic vents in the summits and rift zones of Kilauea and Mauna Loa, Hawai'i's two most active volcanoes. Zone 9, considered the least hazardous region, consists of Kohala, a volcano that has not erupted for 60,000 years.


Is Oahu in danger of volcano?

Volcanic eruptions like the ones in Guatemala, Italy, the Philippines and elsewhere, do not occur in the Aloha State. So you would not be in any sort of immediate danger in Hawaii from a volcanic eruption. You definitely won't be if you're not visiting the Big Island.


Is there active lava flow in Hawaii right now?

Current Kilauea Conditions Summary* At this time, Kilauea is no longer erupting. Lava supply to the Halema?uma?u lava lake paused on September 16, 2023, based on lava lake levels and the behavior of the crater floor.


Does Oahu have lava fields?

Please note that there are no active volcanoes on Oahu. If you're looking for lava, you'll have to go to Big Island. And we've got you covered there too, check out our Volcanoes National Park Tour.


How deep is the lava in Hawaii?

Two years later, Kilauea erupted between December 2020 and May 2021 again within Halema?uma?u crater, boiling off a water lake that had been growing for more than a year, and replacing it with a lava lake 229 m (751 ft) deep.


Can you see lava at Kilauea?

The Kilauea is a dynamic volcano, and lava viewing conditions change daily. Even if a viewing area is organized by the National Park, this does not guarantee close access of the lava.


How close can you get to the lava flow in Hawaii?

The answer… really really close. If the lava is pooling or advancing slowly, you can stand right next to it to get a shot. You can not stand there long…you may have to get your shot and quickly retreat…but you can get very close.


Can you walk up to lava in Hawaii?

If the park determines that access to the flow is safe you can go on a hike to see the lava. Because viewing conditions change on a daily basis you should look up the most recent information about the active surface flows shortly before you plan to see the lava yourself.


Can you see active lava on Oahu?

There are currently no lava flows outside the crater or ocean entry of lava, therefore Lava boat tours and many lava related tours are not currently running due to the lack of molten lava flowing outside of the crater. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is open and has plenty of volcano related things to do and see.


Can you see lava flowing into the ocean in Hawaii?

Nui Pohaku offers the shortest hike to the lookout where you can see the lava flowing into the ocean. The hike itself is an easy 30- to 40-minute walk (we were told it was around 1.5 miles) until the end of the trail.