Length: 0.86 mi
Est. time: 18m
Gain: 85 ft
Loss: 40 ft
Max elev: 3,765 ft
Elevation profile
+85 ft gain · −40 ft loss — an estimate from a DEM.
Trailhead parking (Place)
Welcome Center (VisitorCenter)
See Crater Rim Drive and Chain of Craters Road
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, 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.