- The list below includes 45 free or cheap things to do in or near Pahoa, Hawaii, including 34 different types of inexpensive activities like Hot Springs & Geysers, History Museums, Beaches and National & State Parks.
- From Lava Tree State Park to Isaac Hale Beach Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Pahoa and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hilo, Volcano, Papaikou and Kurtistown.
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The Pacific Tsunami Museum is housed in one of the few buildings which resisted the tsunami in 1946. It has a collection of photos and survival stories, as well as an interactive map of the 1946 tsunami.
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Mauna Loa Observatory is a working atmospheric research facility that has been collecting climate related data since 1950. Tours are by appointment and only on selected days, visitors to this remote site will enjoy the stunning views on the drive up the mountain.
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Visit a fully operational art studio and gallery located in Volcano Village when you take a trip to Volcano Garden Arts. The gallery features artwork from more than 70 area artists, plus includes gardens and greenhouses.
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The Rainbow Falls is a 80 foot-long drop, and gets its name from the rainbows formed by the mist in the morning.
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If you are looking for a place to go snorkeling, Keaukaha Beach Park, should be your first choice. The lava rock formations create pools of water where the sea turtles hang out, and there are grassy areas for a family picnic.
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At Wailuku River State Park, visitors can hike to a historic waterfall where they can view rainbows reflecting off of its mist. The park also contains the Boiling Pots, pools of water that appear to be boiling with rain.
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At Volcano Art Center, visitors can learn about the culture and arts of native Hawaiians through art exhibitions and performances. The center features a monthly hula arts presentation with a kumu hula master.
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When you are on the Big Island, take the time to go where the locals choose to ride the waves, Honoli'i Beach Park. Stretch out in the grassy areas and watch the surfers or hunt for interesting rocks, this is a peaceful, happy beach area or all to enjoy.
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Visitors have a few options available when touring the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, whether they desire to drive, hike, or even bike the terrain. Ranger programs and other services are available at the visitor centers.
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Volcano, HI 96785
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With art showcasing the beauty of Hawaii's culture and landscape, Volcano Art Center Gallery offers instructional workshops for watercolor, pastel, and stained glass crafts. The gallery also hosts live music and an after school music program.