Mauna Loa Observatory
44-2441 Mauna Loa Access Road, 96743, Waimea, US, United States
44-2441 Mauna Loa Access Road, 96743, Waimea, US, United States
Tucked away at 44-2441 Mauna Loa Access Road, 96743, Waimea, US, United States, Mauna Loa Observatory is a charming bistro renowned for its extensive menu offering. A visit to Mauna Loa Observatory, rated 4.5, promises not just a meal, but a memorable culinary expedition. With a superb rating of 4.5, our restaurant consistently impresses discerning diners. Our 75 reviews speak volumes about our commitment to delivering an unforgettable culinary journey. Treat your taste buds with a visit to http://www.esrl.noaa.gov/gmd/obop/mlo/, the digital nexus for hassle-free ordering.
weather nice when we visited mauna kea. they need a 4 bike ride to the summit of mauna kea. the road looks dangerous, so we did not want to have any chances. most car rental companies also do not allow to drive cars over normal roads (including dirt road to the summit in mauna kea, the southwest and the waipio valley.) however, there is a short way to hike to a near peak of the hill opposite the visitor center. we saw the sunset from there (although blocked by clouds) and stayed for star gazing until 9 o'clock. overheared a star gazing tour that explains the constellation. a part of the Milky Way. overall the view of the visitor center was order. the summit may be much better.
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I was here to watch the sunset, it was breathtaking. the road is a track of all the way away, but much deduct if they meet another car. there is no bathroom up there.
this is not a family-friendly location or a tourist opposite. we went with our family and the journey is almost an hour because the road winds and how thin it is through rocky and boring terrain. there is no good prospect on the top, so they do not expect to see or do something cool unless they get sick pleasure from terrible auto disease and thin air at high altitudes. in addition, if they plan to see the actual vulcan, then plan to drive the hour, then walk at minimum another 4 20 hours. terrible experience.
one of the best sunsets I have ever seen they can go to the observatory with every car, 4wd is not required observatory itself is closed for the public they can from the parking of the sternwarte to the summit hiking the running gear up here is a track with several spots for them to avoid incoming traffic the road is paved this place is high enough to see the sonnenuntergang even rains
If you plan on hiking from the visitors center, make sure you are prepared!I got there 30 min before sunrise to acclimatize as well as check weather. Started at 6:30AM and got back around 2:30 pm, 8 hours total with breaks at a moderate pace. Amazing views, worth every second! Always check weather before you go, high winds and quickly changing weather are common.
Very beautiful place to stargaze. Be sure to have enough fuel, water and snacks as the uphill travel time is around 90 mins. Also pack coats, sweaters as it can get pretty cold up on the top. At the top the elevation is around 11,000 ft and it is a single lane road. The road may be foggy for a bit but the drive to the top is worth it. It was cloudy in the base, but when we reached about 7,000 ft, we could see clear sky filled with stars. If you have time and would like to see the stars, I would definitely recommend this place. Even if you cant go to the top, try going until 7,000 ft the elevation markings are on the road)
Review for the hike:As an avid mountain scrambler, the hike wasn't a problem and was pretty easy, but the elevation was a challenge. I'm used to 10-11k ers in the rockies, but 7 hrs at 11-13.5k is intense.
Timed our visit during a cloudless night with a new moon that had already set. Saw an amazing array of stars and was provided a great informative review and educational experience. Followed with a photo of us by our Analog Astronaut guide that is worthy of framing.
