About Poás Volcano
Poás Volcano rises above Costa Rica's Central Valley, north of Alajuela, and its main crater holds an acidic lake that has repeatedly erupted. Cloud often fills the crater by mid-morning, so early visits are usually best. These Poás Volcano webcams, from OVSICORI, the national volcano and earthquake observatory, look into the crater and across the volcano's flanks.
Which Poás Volcano webcam to check first
Start with the crater camera for the state of the lake and any plume. The south-west flank and Chahuites cameras show the volcano from further away, which helps when the crater is in cloud.
Before you go to Poás Volcano
Access to Poás Volcano National Park depends on the volcano's activity. Check OVSICORI's bulletins and the National Meteorological Institute's forecast before you go.
Live cameras and modelled weather can be delayed, incomplete or offline. Check official weather, access and safety information before you make plans.
