We drove to the visitors center of the national park and then to the summit at an elevation of 10,000 feet and were amazed at the views. We were far above the clouds, and the views of the crater of the volcano were amazing. We had a lunch and then hiked into the wilderness of the park. It was an amazing place and we were so glad to have experienced it.
From the top of the mountain here we could see several peaks from the big island of Hawaii.
Here are some pictures from today...
The entrance to the park. It was fairly quiet in the morning, but got busier as the day went on.
Driving up the volcano to the top.
Some information on the creation of the Islands
A view of the crater. These Islands were created by lava flows under the ocean.
The road to the summit. There is an observatory on top that is used to monitor all manmade objects that orbit the earth.
Summit elevation is 10,023 feet. We were well above the clouds.
In this picture you can see the peaks of the big Island of Hawaii in the distance.
One of the few plants that can grow on top is the Silver Sword plant.
There is camping in the park, but I doubt if our fifth wheel would fit here.
Here we are getting ready to hike into the crater.
Some views of the area. It was like being in another world.
Did I mention that we were way above the clouds?
See what I mean?
Back at the ranch (or should I say cottage? We were very comfortable here and had everything we needed.
Orchids on the front porch.
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