Where can you see the lava flowing into the ocean?
Hawaii coastal lava flowsThe lava flowing into the sea originates from another volcano: the smaller but more active Kilauea, nestled below the bulky flanks of Mauna Loa on the southeast coast of the Big Island.
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Lava is best seen at night along the south rim. There are three main viewing locations: Kupina?i Pali (Waldron Ledge) from Crater Rim Trail, Kilauea Overlook, and Keanakako?i Crater. Keanakako?i Crater is the closest eruption viewpoint - here you'll see a lava lake that emits a reddish-orange glow at night!
In terms of total energy radiated, the prize goes to Hawaii's Kilauea (shown above), which has been spilling lava continuously throughout the study period.