Kilauea Volcano, the centerpiece of the Big Island’s Volcanoes National Park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most active volcanoes in the world. Its ongoing activity includes spouting orange lava, venting steam, and glowing with an almost regular rhythm. When conditions are safe, visitors can drive along the 11-mile (17-kilometer) Crater Rim Drive, which circles the volcano’s edge, offering a close-up view of this dynamic natural wonder.
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