Road trip · Hawaii
Big Island Loop
The loop
Kona's coast and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park around the Big Island.
Overview line between stops, not turn-by-turn directions.
Stop by stop
- 1
Kona
Suggested: 4 days (full guide: 4–6 days)
~32 mi straight-line from Kona
2Big Island
Suggested: 5 days (full guide: 5–7 days)
Hawaii National and State Park Booking Requirements
~25 mi straight-line from Big Island
3Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Suggested: 2 days (full guide: 2–3 days)
Monitor Volcanic Activity and Backcountry Permits
Quick answers
How many days do I need for the Big Island Loop?
Plan about 11 days to give each of the 3 stops its suggested minimum time, plus extra if you add rest days.
Which order should I visit the stops in?
Kona, then Big Island, then Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The order keeps each leg as short as possible.
Do any stops on this loop need reservations?
Check booking rules early for Big Island, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Each stop's guide links to the official source.