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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 16 November 2011 05:11 |
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Trail crosses '73 and '74 lava flows, through kipuka, past lava trees, and climbs 150 feet to the summit of Pu'u Huluhulu. On a clear day, you can see Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea, Pu'u 'O'o and the Pacific Ocean. Pahoehoe lava, kipuka, lava trees, cinder cone, lava shield, pioneer plants, and panoramic vista.
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Distance and hiking time: 3 miles roundtrip, 2 hours
- Distance from Visitor Center to trailhead: 8 miles
- Be prepared: Prepare for hot and dry or wet and windy weather. Follow the ahu (rock piles) over the lava flows. Sulfur fumes may be strong on some days.
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