Old growth mesic forest with dirt trail.

Hiking Tour of Kīpukapuaulu

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

  • 1 - 2 hours
  • 11 tour stops

This trail reveals a story of struggle and survival for some of rarest plants and animals of Hawaiʻi. Plant picking is prohibited in this Special Ecological Area (SEA). Dogs, horses, and bicycles are prohibited on this trail.

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