Outdoor
Hiking
Kilauea Iki Trail
Walk across the floor of a volcanic crater through hardened lava in Volcanoes National Park
Ages
6–18+
Cost
Paid
Duration
~3hrs
Difficulty
Moderate
Setting
Outdoor
A 4-mile loop that descends through lush rainforest into a volcanic crater and crosses the hardened lava lake floor. Walking across the crater floor is an otherworldly experience with steam rising from cracks in the rock and the crater walls towering above. Kids can see where the lava lake was hundreds of feet deep during the 1959 eruption. The contrast between the lush forest rim and the barren crater floor is striking. This is widely considered one of the best hikes in Hawaii and gives families a visceral connection to volcanic forces.
Pricing
$30/vehicle national park entry fee (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Kilauea Iki Trail cost?
- Admission to Kilauea Iki Trail is paid. $30/vehicle national park entry fee (verify)
- What ages is Kilauea Iki Trail good for?
- Kilauea Iki Trail is best for kids ages 6 to 18+.
- Is Kilauea Iki Trail stroller friendly?
- No, Kilauea Iki Trail is not considered stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Kilauea Iki Trail?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Kilauea Iki Trail.
- How hard is Kilauea Iki Trail?
- The difficulty level is moderate. Plan for about 3 hours.
- Is Kilauea Iki Trail free?
- No, Kilauea Iki Trail costs paid.
- What should I bring to Kilauea Iki Trail?
- Sturdy shoes, water, rain jacket, light layers
- How long does Kilauea Iki Trail take?
- Most families spend about 3 hours at Kilauea Iki Trail.
- When is the best time to visit Kilauea Iki Trail?
- Morning for cooler temperatures on the crater floor
- Is there parking at Kilauea Iki Trail?
- Parking at the Kilauea Iki overlook on Crater Rim Dr
Plan Your Visit
Crater Rim Dr, Hawaii National Park, HI 96718