The neighbour islands
Maunakea Visitor Information Station
At 9,200 feet
The visitor station at 9,200 feet on Maunakea, with stargazing programmes.
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About Maunakea Visitor Information Station
The Maunakea Visitor Information Station stands at 9,200 feet off the Saddle Road and opens daily; four-wheel drive is needed above it, and pregnant, unwell or under-13 visitors should not go higher (University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo).
Our take
- Stars
- Altitude
- Address
- Maunakea, Hawaiʻi Island, Hawaiʻi
- Phone
- +1 (808) 934-4550
- Website
- hilo.hawaii.edu
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Maunakea Visitor Information Station before you go.
Last checked: November 2026 How we choose
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