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Crater Rim Trail
Trail
2.9 mile
4.7 kilometer
point to point
99% Runnable
Intermediate
Elevation
Ascent:
52'
16 m
Descent: -304' -93 m
High: 3,913' 1,193 m
Low: 3,660' 1,115 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 2% (1°)
Max Grade: 8% (5°)
Dogs
Unknown
Weather
Unknown
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“Observe Kilauea's summit caldera on this stunning trail.”
— Brian Smith
Features
Birding · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife
Description
Stay tuned here for updates on trail closures: nps.gov/havo/planyourvisit/…
And, here's a cool webcam of the caldera: hvo.wr.usgs.gov/cams/panora…
Running the Crater Rim is an awe-inspiring journey around an active volcano. The breath of gasses and steam bear witness that Pelehonuamea (Pele of the sacred land) still resides here. Rich with native plant and animal life, active volcanism, and Hawaiian deities of a living culture, runners will marvel at diverse scenic vistas, desert terrain, and lush rainforest.
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Need to Know, Dogs Allowed, Flora & Fauna, Runner Notes
Contacts
Local Club: Friends of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
May 20, 2020: Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park increases community access to Mauna Loa Road and other sites effective May 20
May 6, 2020: May Message from the Friends
Apr 22, 2020: Earth Day 50th Anniversary
Land Manager: National Park Service - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
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