For a few days right now, most of the activity is confined to an area within Hawai'i Volcanoes NP, about 2 miles to the west of the former boundary Kipuka. it is a long hike to reach the area and the easiest way is to hike in from the NP park side.
Great A'a channels plus several pahoehoe rivers rewarded me on several 10+ miles hikes the last few days and even the heavy rain did not limit the sight of the hot flows coming down the Pali.
It's a long and not always easy hike, you should not venture out on your own if you have never hiked on rugged terrain like this. The surface of these old lava fields consists of silica glass and a fall will end with severe cuts and skin lacerations.
For the more experienced lava hikers amongst us, the new flow is a wonderful treat and offers wonderful views after a long hike.
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