The term 'PORT NEAR MAUNA LOA' is solved by the crossword answer 'HILO', which is a four-letter word. Hilo is a city located on the Big Island of Hawaii, and it is situated on the east coast of the island near Mauna Loa, an active volcano. Hilo is the largest city in Hawaii and serves as the county seat of Hawaii County. It is a popular tourist destination due to its proximity to Mauna Loa and other attractions.