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O End of Chain of Craters RoadOutstanding views of cliffs and windswept coast.InApril zoo3, lava flows covered the road. From thepavement's end and when lava flows are in the area,longer trails across rough rock may lead to better viewsof the lava or steam. After sunset, distant views of redlava or steam clouds are sometimes possible. Great stargazing on clear nights.

I Distance: 1 mi / 1.6 km round-trip

Prepare for hot, windy, and rainy weather. Bring water andfood. Flashlights are essential after dark for each person.Volcanic fumes are often present in this part of the park.From the ranger station, the road continues as a pedestrianwalkwav accessible to wheelchairs and strollers.

$ rarttrquake TiailEnjoy the songs of forest birds and enjoy aspectacular view of Kr-lauea Caldera from ufaldron

Ledge Overlook. This asphalt road was closed to carsin 1983 after severe damage from a magnitude 6.7earthquake. The trail continues to Kr-lauea Iki Crater.

I Distance: 1 mi / 1.6 km round-trip

This trail is wheelchair accessible with some crackedand ti l ted sections. The first small overlook has a verysteep descent, but the larger Waldron Ledge Overlook iswheelchair accessible. Bicvcles are permitted on this trail.

g Sulphur Banks TrailDue to underground heat, this dramatic volcanicthermal area has very few trees. Also known asHa'akulamanu, this unusual place, with steaming cracksand colorfirl mineral deposits, has been famous for birdsand healing vapors.

r Distance: 1.2 mi / 2 km round-trio

Due to sulphur fumes, people with heart or breathingproblems, pregnant women, and young children shouldavoid this trail. Stay on the trail; beware of steam and cracks.From the Kilauea Visitor Center, trail grades are eight totwelve percent. Wheelchair accessible from Steam Vents toSulphur Banks (1 .2 mi / 2 km round-trip).

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O Devastation TrailStroll across cinder fields from the famous 1959eruption. Here, Hawaiian rain forest vegetation israpidly returning in a stark volcanic landscape. Enjoythe spectacular view into Kilauea Iki Crater from Pu'uPua'i Overlook.

I Distance: 1 mi / 1.6 km round-trip

The paved trail between Pu'u Pua'i and Devastation hasgrades greater than eight percent. Endangered n€ne(Hawaiian geese) frequent this area, so take care whenparking. Do not feed nene. The nearest restrooms arelocated at the Thurston Lava Tube.

e KipukapuauluEnjoy a treasure trove of Hawaiian plants and birdsin this over 4,ooo years old closed canopy forest. Theoriginal trail was built by the Civilian ConservationCorps in the r93os.

I Distance: 1.2 mi /2 km looo

Shady loop trail has somewhat drier conditions than rainforest trails. Restrooms are available nearby at the picnic area.

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'Iliahi (Hawaiian for sandalwood) grows among nativeand non-native trees along this trail. Feel the heat fromthe steam vents and see Krlauea's summit caldera on amostly shady loop trail.

r Dis tance: 1.5 mi / 2 .4 km loop

Stay on trail. Beware of steep cliffs, deep earth cracks, andscaldinq steam.

O Pu'u Loa Petroglyphs TrailValk in the footsteps of the kflpuna (elders) to Pu'uLoa (large hill)-a sacred and awe-inspiring gallery ofpetroglyphs. These simple etchings document the lifeand culture of the native Hawaiian people and cradlethe piko (umbilical cords) of their children-broughtwith hopes of receiving the blessings of a long andprosperous life.

I Distance: ' i .5 mi / 2.4 kn round-trip

Take water and prepare for hot, rainy, and windy weather.Volcanic fumes are often oresent in this area. The nearestrestrooms are at the end of the Chain of Craters Roao.Protect these precious petroglyphs by not walking on them.

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C Pu'u Huluhulu (Hairy Hil l)Experience lava landscapesfrom the ry69 -1974 MaunaUlu flows. !7alk by lavatrees and chmb zro ft I 6am to the top of a forestechill, Pu'u Huluhulu. ViewMauna Ulu's frozen lavalake and immense steamingshield. Weather permitting,you can see Pu'u'O'o conein the distance.

r Distance: 2.5 mi /4 km round-t r ip

Prepare for hot, windy, and rainy weather. Depending onthe weather, volcanic fumes may be present. lf you haveheart or breathing problems, avoid this trail. This rockytrail over old lava flows leads to a forested hil l . The trailswi tchbacks up 21 0 f t / 64 m Io Pu'u Huluhulu h i l l top.

O KTlauea lkiTrailDescend through rain forest to Krlauea Iki's frozen, butstill-steaming crater floor. Peer into the 1959 vent belowPu'u Pua'i cinder cone.

I Distance: 4 mi / 6.4 km loop

Prepare for hot, windy, and rainy weather. Bring water andfood. Steep, rocky 400 ft I 122 m descent into the craterwith switchback trail up the other side. Take care at cliffedges and cracks.

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fi! cr"t"r Rim TrailExplore Krlauea's amazing variety of spectacularvolcanic features and ecosystems. Enjoy shady forestswith sweet bird song and cross other-worldlylandscapes with lava trees, steam vents, cinder fields,and deep craters. You can also hike smaller sections ofthis trail (see map below).

I Distance: 15.6 mi / 25 km round-t r ip

Visitor Alert: Due to high amounts of dangeroussulfur dioxide gas, Crater Rim Trail is closed fromJaggar Museum to Chain of Craters Road. Bring waterand food. Use care near cliffs and cracks. Those with heartor breathing problems should avoid this trail.'tu

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Personal SafetyWhen driving alongCrater Rim Drive, keepyour windows closed.

Volcanic gas conditions(visually similar to smog)exist along Chain ofCraters Road-keepyour windows closedwhen visible.

If the air irritates,smells bad, or you havedifficulty breathing,return to your vehicleand leave the area. Ifopen, inside the KrlaueaVisitor Center is aclean air environment.

Please be flexible inyour travel plans.Some areas may beclosed for your safety.

For more detailed safetyinformation, visit theKilauea Visitor Centeror talk with a park ranger.

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