Hawaii Island
Hawaii has 10 of the World's 14 Climate Zones: An Explorer's Guide to Each of Them
You can visit them all on Hawaii Island or find a few scattered throughout the Islands.
Bird Watching on Hawaii Island’s Kipukapuaulu Trail
Perfect for bird and plant lovers.
Three Days in Waimanu Valley on Hawaiʻi Island
Peek into this remote valley along the rugged Hāmākua Coast.
Video: Historic 1960 Kilauea Volcano Eruption at Kapoho, Hawaii Island
Spectacular footage of a Big Island town being swallowed by lava in January 1960.
Forest for the Trees: Planting Your Own Koa Tree on Hawaii Island
Hawaiian Legacy Hardwoods on the Big Island is working to restore the native koa forests of Mauna Kea.
Monumental Mochi: A Morning at Hilo's Famous Two Ladies Kitchen
This little shop is a must-stop for Hilo residents and visitors buying Big Island omiyage.
Get Baked! Making Portuguese Sweetbread with Kona Historical Society
Learn how to make traditional Portuguese sweetbread in a lava-rock forno on Hawaiʻi Island.
Beyond the Lookout: Exploring the Big Island's Pololu Valley
Sumptuous vistas and a black sand beach attract visitors to this place with a rich geological and cultural history.
Hike Up the Private Flanks of Hualalai Volcano with Hawaii Forest & Trails
A tour of the Big Island’s Hualalai volcano reveals its native flora and fauna, and fascinating geological history.
Hawaii Island's Kealakekua Bay is an Ocean-Lover's Paradise
This beautiful corner of the Kona Coast offers the ultimate in calming, picturesque solitude.
The Big Island's 5 National Parks
Hawaii’s largest island is the only one in the state with five national parks—four official parks and one National Historic Trail.
