Outdoor
Hiking
Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku)
Walk through a 500-year-old lava tube surrounded by prehistoric tree ferns
Ages
2–18+
Cost
Paid
Duration
~1hrs
Difficulty
Easy
Setting
Outdoor
A 500-year-old lava tube you can walk through inside Volcanoes National Park. The paved trail descends through a tree fern forest and enters the illuminated tube which stretches about 600 feet long and is large enough to stand upright. Kids are thrilled by the idea of walking through a tunnel made by flowing lava. The tube is lit but a flashlight enhances the experience. The surrounding fern forest is prehistoric-looking and adds to the adventure. The whole loop takes about 20 minutes and is one of the most popular stops in the park.
Stroller Friendly
Pricing
$30/vehicle national park entry fee (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku) cost?
- Admission to Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku) is paid. $30/vehicle national park entry fee (verify)
- What ages is Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku) good for?
- Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku) is best for kids ages 2 to 18+.
- Is Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku) stroller friendly?
- Yes, Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku) is stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku)?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku).
- How hard is Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku)?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 1 hours.
- Is Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku) free?
- No, Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku) costs paid.
- What should I bring to Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku)?
- Flashlight, walking shoes, light jacket (cooler inside tube)
- How long does Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku) take?
- Most families spend about 1 hours at Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku).
- When is the best time to visit Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku)?
- Anytime. Less crowded early morning or late afternoon.
- Is there parking at Thurston Lava Tube (Nahuku)?
- Parking lot near the lava tube entrance on Crater Rim Dr
Plan Your Visit
Crater Rim Dr, Hawaii National Park, HI 96718