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Chain of Craters Road · Lava-field walk

Puʻuloa Petroglyphs

Walk to a boardwalk around ancient carvings. Do not touch them.

Petroglyphs at Pu‘uloa NPS Photo
Petroglyphs at Pu‘uloa NPS Photo · NPS Photo

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
  • Duration: 60–90 min

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

Park entrance fee applies; stay on the marked trail and do not touch petroglyphs.

Trail map

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