Crater Rim Drive

This 10.6-mile (17.1 km) road circles the summit caldera and takes you through desert and rain forest, and provides access to scenic stops and short walks. Allow one to three hours, depending on how often you stop.

Directions

Directions from Park Entrance: Turn to the left as you enter the park and follow signs toward the Kilauea Visitor Center. This is the beginning of Crater Rim Scenic Drive.