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Hōlei Sea Arch Collapses in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park

October 1, 2026 · Source: National Park Service

Waves break on a blackish lava rock sea arch
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The iconic Hōlei Sea Arch in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park has collapsed into the Pacific Ocean, marking the latest transformation of the park’s remote and rugged coastline.

Read the official NPS source

What Travelers Need to Know

Use the official notice to confirm the affected destination, dates and visitor arrangements before finalizing your trip.

Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.

Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.

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