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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Your first problem is staying south of Kailua-Kona! Not the best area to stay and certainly not a typical tourist spot. Lots of local drug and crime problems, lots of people move there to get away from the cops and city life. Should be staying on the Kohala Coast near Wailoloa or Mauna Lani, Kailua-Kona as a second choice although they also have crime/homeless issues.

As for Volcano, I can see spending 1, maybe 2 nights there. As for "seeing" lava, you have to hike in so having a baby with you is out. Also because of the constant sulfuric fumes around the park it's not recommended for small children with developing lungs.

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Op here. We’ll be in Keauhou area (near the Sheraton). It’s a long story, but family friends had points to a large house that they’d already spent and then couldn’t use, so they gave it to us. It’s a free house with a pool and a chance to see my family so I’m sure the location will work but I didn’t pick it.

Anyway, is the volcano national park worth seeing with littles? I think it’s a lot of driving to go there and back in a day but we could. [/quote]

You'll be fine in that area! Mostly rental houses and homes. Pray you Bay is a great place to Stand up paddle board or kayak.
For the volcano, definitely stay at least until after sunset. You can see the glow in the caldera from the visitor center if it's active. Very cool! It's a looking day with little ones but can be fine without spending the night. If you would like to stay, the Volcano House is your closest and best bet. There's not much up there. Be sure to visit the waterfalls on that side while you are there-Rainbow falls and Akaka falls are very easy, paved walks for kids. Also, there's a very pretty park in Hilo where the kids can run around. 
I would suggest getting the book Hawaii, The Big Island Revealed. It's great for the BI.

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