Activity Mauna Kea, Big Island
Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station
An activity in Mauna Kea, Big Island, free to visit and worth about 2 hours. Best time to go: After sunset.
Why go
Stargazing at 9,200 ft on one of the world's top observatory peaks.
It is one of 10 curated places we feature in Big Island, alongside 3 places to eat, 3 outdoor spots and 1 activity. The closest of our other picks is Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, 18 mi away as the crow flies.
- Type
- Activity · Adventure
- Neighborhood
- Mauna Kea
- Price
- Free
- Time needed
- 2 hr
- Best time
- After sunset
Nearby
The closest curated pick in Big Island, measured as straight-line distance.
- 1Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Walk crater rims, steam vents and lava tubes around active Kīlauea.
Outdoors · 18 mi straight-line
On these curated routes
Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station is a stop on our Hawaii Paradise route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.
More things to do in Big Island
Another curated activity in Big Island. See the full Big Island guide.
When to go
Average daily highs in Big Island run from 50°F in February to 58°F in August; March is usually the wettest month. For Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station itself, we suggest: After sunset.
Modelled monthly averages for Big Island from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full Big Island weather by month.
Getting there
Map links open a live search for Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station, so hours and directions come straight from the map app.
- Address
- Mauna Kea Access Rd, Hilo, HI, USA
- Coordinates
- 19.75927, -155.45612
- Destination
- Big Island, Hawaii
Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station: quick answers
How much time do you need at Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station?
Plan on about 2 hours at Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station. That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.
When is the best time to visit Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station?
Our pick: After sunset. Insider tip: Bring warm layers and check road status; not for under-13s or pregnancy.
Is Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station free?
Yes, we list Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station as free to visit. Check locally before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.
Where is Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station?
Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station is at Mauna Kea Access Rd, Hilo, HI, USA. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.
Which TripsCircle routes include Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station?
Mauna Kea Visitor Information Station appears on Hawaii Paradise, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.
Add it to your crew's plan
Save it to a shared TripsCircle itinerary, settle the timing with a quick poll, and split the costs with everyone going to Big Island.
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Curated recommendation, not live listing data. Confirm hours, prices, bookings and access before you go.