Easy hikes and walks in ʻOlaʻA Forest Reserve

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Exploring ʻOlaʻA Forest Reserve on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in ʻOlaʻA Forest Reserve. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Kīlauea Iki Crater Loop — Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park	Easy 01:42 5.77km
Kīlauea Visitor Center – Kīlauea Caldera North Overlook loop from Volcano	Easy 01:52 6.51km
Kīlauea Iki East Overlook – Fern Rainforest loop from Kalapana	Easy 01:25 4.51km
Kīlauea Iki East Overlook – Nāhuku (Thurston Lava Tube) loop from Kalapana	Easy 00:37 2.09km

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Kīlauea Iki Crater Loop — Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
01:42
5.77km
3.4km/h
170m
170m
Easy
4.9
(111)
1,186
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Kīlauea Visitor Center – Kīlauea Caldera North Overlook loop from Volcano
01:52
6.51km
3.5km/h
150m
150m
Easy
4.9
(8)
138
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Kīlauea Iki East Overlook – Fern Rainforest loop from Kalapana
01:25
4.51km
3.2km/h
180m
180m
Easy
5.0
(6)
115
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Kīlauea Iki East Overlook – Nāhuku (Thurston Lava Tube) loop from Kalapana
00:37
2.09km
3.4km/h
60m
60m
Easy
4.7
(3)
88
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.