Mauna Kea's great height and the steepness of its flanks provide a better view and a shorter hike than the adjacent Mauna Loa. The height with its risk of altitude sickness, weather concerns, …

The Hawaiian name "Mauna Kea" means "White Mountain" but is also known in native traditions and prayers as "Mauna a WAKEA" or "The mountain of WAKEA." Mauna a WAKEA is the first …

Mauna Kea (Hawaiian: “White Mountain”), which last erupted about 4,500 years ago, is often snowcapped. Its dome is 30 miles (50 km) across, with numerous cinder cones, and is the site …

Aug 1, 2022 · For native Hawaiians, Mauna Kea is a sacred place filled with tradition. For many, this volcano represents the beginning of life on Earth. It is for this reason that many rituals take …

5 days ago · A practical guide to visiting the Mauna Kea summit for sunset or stargazing, based on our own experience, with essential safety tips, access options, and what to expect at altitude.

Maunakea: Though simply translated as “White Mountain” since at least 1823, the name Maunakea is also known in native traditions and prayers as Mauna a Wākea (Kea), “The …

5 days ago · Snow coated the roads on Mauna Kea, a dormant volcano on Hawaii's Big Island Monday, as a storm known as a Kona Low dumped inches of snow across higher elevations.

Jul 8, 2024 · Mauna Kea, located on the Big Island of Hawaii, is the state's highest mountain at 13,796 feet (4,198 meters), comprised of a series of volcanic cinder cones on a massive shield …

Maunakea is a place of deep significance for Native Hawaiians and our local community where respectful behavior is expected. Maunakea’s summit is nearly 14,000 feet (4,205 meters) …

6 days ago · Tropical paradise? More like Hawaii Five-Snow. Here’s why seeing some of the white, fluffy stuff on Hawaii’s volcanic peaks is less rare than you might think.