About Kīlauea
Kīlauea is the active shield volcano on the south-east side of Hawaiʻi Island, inside Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, and its summit crater, Halemaʻumaʻu, is one of the most closely watched places on Earth. Activity changes from week to week: some nights show only a faint glow, others a lava lake or fountains during an eruptive episode. These Kīlauea live cams come from the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, which uses them to monitor the volcano.
Which Kīlauea webcam to check first
Start with the west rim camera for the widest view into Halemaʻumaʻu, then compare the east and south rim views for the vent area and the plume. Night is the best time to see glow; by day, watch the colour and direction of the gas plume. The national park page links the observatory's full set of still cameras on Kīlauea and Mauna Loa.
Before you go to Kīlauea
Viewing areas and roads in the park close when gas levels or eruptive activity require it. Check the national park's alerts and the USGS volcano updates before you go, and bring rain gear: the summit is cool and often wet.
Live cameras and modelled weather can be delayed, incomplete or offline. Check official weather, access and safety information before you make plans.
