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Devastation Trail

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Devastation Trail

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Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

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  • Location: Hawaiʻi County, United States

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    March 10, 2023

    Hiking

    The Devastation Trail leads through the aftermath of the 1959 Kīlauea Iki eruption to Puʻupuaʻi ("Gushing Hill") Overlook, where visitors get an excellent view into Kīlauea Iki Crater at the existing cinder cone. The Devastation Trail exhibits a diverse landscape where the wasteland left by the volcano is at odds with flora and fauna rapidly recovering ground.

    November 28, 2018

    Hiking

    This path shows the wounds of a volcanic eruption in 1959, but in some places you can see the regenerative power of nature. (Iron wood trees)
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    May 25, 2022

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    Great experience to see an active volcano including a look inside the crater
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    Distance 717 m

    Uphill 10 m

    Downhill 20 m

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    Location: Hawaiʻi County, United States

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