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National Parks in Hawaii

Hawaii is home to 2 national parks, each offering a distinct landscape and experience. Here they are, ranked by annual visitation.

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#1A cloud-filled volcanic crater at sunrise with a mountain rising behind

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes

HI

Moderate Crowds

Two active volcanoes shape terrain from tide pools to alpine desert. Walk across recent lava flows and through rainforests on ancient rock.
#2Waimoku waterfall in the park's Kipahulu District

Haleakalā

HI

Very CrowdedHidden Gem

A dormant volcano where you stand above the clouds at 10,000 feet, then descend through alpine desert to rainforest in a single morning.

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Pacific Islands Region