After we left the anticlimactic lava tube, we headed over to the Kilauea Iki Trail and Overlook. Hiking this trail was the major reason why we choose the Big Island over all the rest. The trail takes you around the top of the 3,000 foot Kilauea Crater,
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We started day 4 by checking out of Castle Hilo and making our way to Volcanoes National Park. It is approximately a 40 minute drive from Hilo. The entrance fee was $10/vehicle and was good for 7 days; the current price (9/2017) is $25/vehicle. We had no trouble finding parking,
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One of the best places to stargaze in the world is atop Mauna Kea in Hawaii. Not only are you able to see an immense number of stars, but you are also above the clouds while you watch the sun set and the stars begin to shine. You will want to give yourself plenty of time to make the drive up the mountain.
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