Due to elevated fire risk, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park has closed sections of Mauna Loa Road and Hilina Pali Road to motorized vehicles until further notice.

Hilina Pali Road is closed to vehicles from Maunaiki Trailhead to Hilina Pali Lookout. Mauna Loa Road is closed to vehicles from the gate past Kīpukapuaulu to Mauna Loa Lookout.
Pedestrians and bicyclists may continue to use both roads, and backcountry permit holders will be provided access to trailheads.

Until further notice, open fires are prohibited at Nāmakanipaio campground, Kīpukapuaulu picnic area, and Kilauea Military CampPropane; however gas cooking stoves are allowed.

Low rainfall, reduced humidity, and gusty winds have created dry conditions throughout the park.