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Volcano · Crater hike

Kīlauea Iki

Descend through forest and cross a solidified lava lake.

Floor of Kīlauea Iki Crater (NPS Photo/J. Wei)
Floor of Kīlauea Iki Crater (NPS Photo/J. Wei) · NPS Photo/J. Wei

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Rating & price sources

Reported by Giftly · observed 2026-10-02. Ratings can change.

Rating location: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Crater Rim Dr, Volcano, HI

Plan your visit

Check the linked trail guidance for current access and conditions. Confirm the route length against your starting point, carry water, and turn back if weather or footing deteriorates.

Trail details

  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Route distance: 3.2 miles
  • Elevation gain: 400 feet
  • Duration: 2–3 hr

App route estimates; distance depends on the route and starting point. Confirm access with the original trail source.

Park entrance fee applies. Parking at Kīlauea Iki Overlook is limited.

Trail map

View community-mapped paths for this trail. This map does not confirm current access or replace an official trail map.