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Lava Viewing Area, Kalapana

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  • By Mike H
    We came here even though we new that the eruption had ended but it was still an amazing sight to see where the lava had flowed and to look at what is left. people are already rebuilding on the lava...  more »
  • By Nina C
    Although there is no active lava flowing anywhere on the island of Hawaii, this is still a great place to drive by for a quick visit. It is very unworldly and overwhelming out here. You see nothing...  more »
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  • By Manish Dubey
    Oct-2019: Lava has stopped flowing after the recent volcanic activity in big Island. Go here if you are interested in seeing old lava flow formations (photo below)
  • By JR P
    lava already stop flowing for months ，but the rock has unique shape for taking pic
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