Information CentralThe Welcome Center is a great first stop when entering the park. Rangers and volunteers are on duty daily to provide visitors with the latest information on the current conditions, hiking information, things to do and the daily schedule of ranger-led activities.The Welcome Center will temporarily serve as the replacement for Kīlauea Visitor Center for approximately two years during its renovation.The Hawai‘i Pacific Parks Association operates a park store in the Welcome Center that sells books, posters and other educational materials. Proceeds benefit park programs. Location and Hours of Operation:The Welcome Center is a 1.25 mile drive beyond the park entrance station on the right. The building is located near the U.S. flag pole. Parking is available at the nearby ballfield.The Welcome Center hours will be 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. daily. 
Where can we use the restroom?Portable toilets are available behind the Welcome Center, at the ballfield parking lot, near Kīlauea Visitor Center and the Volcano Art Center Gallery. Vault toilets are available at Kīlauea Overlook, Kīlauea Iki Overlook, Devastation, Maunaulu, Hilina Pali Overlook, Kulanaokuaiki, the end of Chain of Craters Road, Kīpukapuaulu day use area, and Kahuku. The restrooms at Uēkahuna are closed during construction, but portable toilets are available. The restrooms at Nāhuku are under renovation but portable toilets and a handwashing station are available.
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Last updated: March 13, 2025