Volcano Golf Course Hawaii Map

About Volcano Golf Course, Hawaii

Volcano Golf Course is a locality in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States. It is a small community with a population of 807. The population density is 378.4 people per km². Volcano Golf Course is located at 19.4424°N, 155.2789°W. It observes the Hawaii Standard Time — no DST (Pacific/Honolulu) timezone. ZIP code: 96785.

Volcano Golf Course unfurls across a landscape of verdant, often mist-shrouded slopes, a striking contrast to the raw, primal power that defines its namesake. It lies 23.0 miles south-south-west of Hilo, HI (from Hilo, HI: bearing 213°T), and is situated 9.8 miles west of Fern Forest. Here, emerald fairways are etched into the undulating terrain, punctuated by the dark, porous rock of ancient lava flows. The air, perpetually cool and carrying the faint, earthy scent of damp soil and tropical foliage, often hangs heavy with a soft, diffused light, even at midday. Giant ferns unfurl their intricate fronds beside the greens, and the calls of unseen forest birds echo through the dense canopy, a constant, gentle reminder of the wildness that presses in from all sides. The very ground beneath the manicured turf feels alive, a testament to the subterranean forces that shaped this island. The history of Volcano Golf Course is intrinsically tied to the ebb and flow of the island's volcanic activity and its early agricultural endeavors. Once a region where Hawaiians harvested native plants and practiced traditional farming, the land was later explored and developed by those drawn to its unique climate and proximity to the majestic Kīlauea volcano. The local economy, though not solely dependent on tourism, certainly benefits from the allure of the nearby national park, drawing visitors who seek both natural wonders and recreational pursuits. This golf course, therefore, acts as a gateway, offering a refined experience amidst a backdrop of profound geological power and the enduring spirit of the Hawaiian Islands.

About This Volcano Golf Course Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Volcano Golf Course, Hawaii — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 19.4424, -155.2789. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Volcano Golf Course and Hawaii County.

Detailed location data for Volcano Golf Course includes the ZIP code (96785), telephone area code (808), county seat of Hawaii County (Hilo), and school district assignment (Hawaii Department of Education). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Volcano Golf Course is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.