5th Street Ohana – A Vacation Rental In Volcano, Hawaii

Prioritizing Safety and Unrivaled Park Management Ease Any Concerns

Kilauea Captures the World’s Attention

In the spring and summer of 2018, people across the world watched in awe as stunning video footage showed lava flows snaking down from the volcanic slopes of Kilauea. It was a potent reminder that Kilauea is one of the most active volcanoes in the world, in a state of near-constant eruption since 1983. Nearby neighborhoods in Puna suffered substantial damage, with hundreds of houses destroyed over several months. The lava flows steadily grew and morphed shape, crackling at intense heat as they moved from the volcano’s rim toward the ocean, consuming what lay between the mountainous peak and the water’s edge. As we saw this taking place dramatically in real-time, many people wondered: is this place safe?

Kilauea cone erupting, lava overflow

A Renowned Park Service: Safety Is First Priority

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, one of 423 national parks in the US, has a special set of circumstances that it must manage. Because the park’s volcanoes are dynamic and unpredictable by nature, Park Service rangers make it their top priority to monitor volcanic activity closely and adjust the visiting areas within the park accordingly. Trails are clearly marked and guide visitors through the many fascinating volcanic landscapes. When conditions have been too dangerous, such as during the 2018 eruption, the park has shut down temporarily. Know that you can rest assured in the expertise and safety-focused management of the National Park Service when you visit.

Flower on a harden lava in Volcano National Park

Where Myth and Reality Converge

Volcano Village Lodge, just 2 miles from the national park, is a gateway to the mythical land of volcanoes, where the Hawaiian goddess Pele is said to reside. In a perfect demonstration of the jaw-dropping power of the area, Pele’s home, the Kilauea crater, deepened by over 1,300 feet in 2018. Every time you visit, you’ll be seeing something that never existed before; as the volcanoes continue evolving and taking on new forms, Pele’s presence abounds.

Heed the ancient call of Pele, and book your stay today!

Hawaiian goddess Pele