Mauna Kea From Hilo

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(326) · Observatory in Hilo, United States
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Maunakea Visitor Information Station is a Visitor center located in Hilo .

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4.5/5 · 326 reviews
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Dec 20, 2024
Drove up to Mauna Kea summit to watch the sunset. We specifically rented a 4WD vehicle to do this activity. When we got there, the park rangers checked (they check every car going up) our axels and w… Full review by Monica_W1970
Dec 18, 2024
The review if for the visitor center -good road leading to the center, clean restrooms, outside table to have a lunch or snack, clean area. I wish it was less cloudy to see the surroundings. Full review by WanderingTurk
Nov 22, 2024
This was on my must see list for this trip to the big island. I reviewed the website and thought we were a go for the summit, we had a 4 X 4 vehicle and warm clothes etc. The Rangers will check your … Full review by Andrea M

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We are considering renting a 4 wheel drive vehicle so we can get to the summit of Mauna Kea. Is the road to the summit …
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We are considering renting a 4 wheel drive vehicle so we can get to the summit of Mauna Kea. Is the road to the summit safe? Is the view worth the drive? Is a tour worth the cost? Thanks
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We drove up in a rental hero with 4 wheel drive. Road is good and wide. The guys at the visitor center will tell you exactly how to go up and back down.
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Answer by Brian K · Oct 2, 2021
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Hi all, could I check if the Mauna Kea Visitor Centre is closed since June 2019? Could we still drive up to the visitor …
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Hi all, could I check if the Mauna Kea Visitor Centre is closed since June 2019? Could we still drive up to the visitor centre for star gazing? Thanks
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As of July 14 it is not safe to visit. The area is closed due to protesters. Stear clear.
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Answer by 135chelseyr · Jul 20, 2019
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Hello! We are planning to visit Mauna Kea summit in our upcoming visit to Big Island. Some of the tours allow a …
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Hello! We are planning to visit Mauna Kea summit in our upcoming visit to Big Island. Some of the tours allow a pick up near the parking lot at Cinder Cone by Hwy 200 Saddle road. Is it safe to park the car there and join the tour from there? Or is it more advisable to choose a tour which picks up directly from the hotel? Any answers or suggestions related to the Mauna Kea summit Visit will be appreciated. Thank you,
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Hi Pankti, Saddle road is easily accessible, and I assume there is parking at the pickup spot. Please make sure you are physically prepared for altitude, and enjoy your tour!
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Answer by Lauren W · Dec 20, 2017
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