Length: 3.97 mi
Est. time: 1h 30m
Gain: 10 ft
Loss: 728 ft
Max elev: 3,935 ft
Elevation profile
+10 ft gain · −728 ft loss — an estimate from a DEM.
Trailhead parking (Place)
Kulanaokuaiki (Campground)
Connects to:
Crater Rim TrailLearn:
Activities for Home - Dark SkiesAges and Stages: The Life of a Hawaiian VolcanoHard Core RockHawaiian Islands: Born of FireHulihia Kīlauea – a Complete Change part 1, pre-field trip classroom activitiesHulihia Kīlauea – a Complete Change part 2, A field trip to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park or other outdoor areaPlan smart, verify on site
Length, elevation, and difficulty are estimates derived from open data (NPS Public Trails GIS, medium confidence) — not a safety guarantee. Conditions change; check current closures, weather, and water, and carry the essentials. Always defer to NPS.gov and park rangers.