View from Tallest Mountain on Earth
Watch this live streaming webcam from Mauna Kea, Hawaii. Mauna Kea, one of six volcanoes that have formed the island of Hawaii, is the tallest mountain on Earth at elevation of 9,966 meters (32,696 feet, 6.2 miles). This is 3,661 feet (0.7 miles) taller than Mount Everest and roughly the same height in the atmosphere where commercial airplanes fly. Mauna Loa on the Island Hawaiʻi is the world’s largest volcano. To get information on Mauna Kea, stop by the visitors’ centre when you arrive.
This mountain stands at about 13,796 feet above sea level and is a popular place for tourists and scientists. Many people visit Mauna Kea to enjoy its beautiful views and to see the stars clearly from its summit, as it is one of the best places on Earth for stargazing due to its clear skies and high elevation.
The name “Mauna Kea” means “White Mountain” in Hawaiian. This name comes from the snow that sometimes covers its peak, especially in the winter. The mountain is very important to Hawaiian culture and is considered sacred by many people. It is home to unique plants and animals, and its slopes have different climates. As you go higher up the mountain, you can see how the environment changes from lush forests to rocky terrain.
At the top of Mauna Kea, there are many telescopes used by scientists to study space. These telescopes help them learn more about stars, planets, and galaxies far away. Because of its height and clear air, Mauna Kea is perfect for observing the universe.
Things To Do in Mauna Kea: Observatories, Summit, Beaches, Stargazing, Marketplace, Tours
Beach Hotels & Resorts
Here is a list of hotels & resorts on the beach in Mauna Kea: Mauna Lani, Fairmont Orchid, Paniolo Greens, Mauna Kea Beach Hotel – Autograph Collection, The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort, Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa, Halii Kai at Waikoloa, Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kohala Suites Waikoloa, Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, Hilton Waikoloa Village, Mauna Lani Point. Check the full list of places to stay here.
Weather Mauna Kea
Keep an eye on the current weather conditions in Mauna Kea. Take a look at the 7-day forecast above, which includes precipitation and the temperature highs and lows. Also, Below is the weather radar with interactive map, allowing you to zoom and pan to get unmatched weather details!
