Ashley S.
3/23/2025
This trail is not for the faint of heart! We joked on the way back that we were devastated by devastation trail. Lots of beautiful areas to hike and we went down this one trying to get to Ike the...
Devastation Trail
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[99-100 - 99-199] Crater Rim Dr
Hawaii Natl Park, HI 96718
Devastation Trail, located within Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore a recovering landscape that was shaped by the 1959 Kīlauea Iki eruption. This 1-mile round trip paved trail allows for an easy stroll, making it accessible for both wheelchairs and strollers, despite some grades exceeding eight percent.
As hikers traverse the path, they can witness the restoration of life in this once-devastated area while being mindful of the threatened Hawaiian geese, known as nene, that frequent the region. Visitors are encouraged to bring essentials such as water, sun protection, and rain gear, as they may encounter varying weather conditions during their journey.
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4.05 reviews
Marynell K.
9/14/2022
This trail is easy, it's a paved road to probably the best lookout we've seen at Volcanoes national park. It is also the busiest. Parking is scarce so it's best to come early. We got here and...
Seth A.
4/19/2022
The only thing Devastation Trail is good for is being the "unofficial/official" parking lot for the main event attraction at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park...and that is the evening time Summit...
Arlynn A.
3/12/2022
I visited on Saturday, March 5th. . . before sunset. It was easy to find using my map app for Devastation Trailhead, then I added it on Waze! I felt lucky to find a few spots open in the small...
Zac W.
2/16/2022
Paved 1 mile out-and-back trail making it easy to view the active lava with the family. Last 200 yards is gravel but still very accessible even with strollers. Recommend tennis/hiking shoes and...
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