Length: 2.12 mi
Est. time: 1h
Gain: 544 ft
Loss: 465 ft
Max elev: 3,921 ft
Elevation profile
+544 ft gain · −465 ft loss — an estimate from a DEM.
Nāhuku (Lava Tube) (ParkingLot) · 14 accessible spaces
Welcome Center (VisitorCenter)
Crater Rim Trail + Kilauea Iki Trail
7.9 mi · +1,113 ft · ~3.2 hr (est.)
Learn:
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, high 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.