Visiting Chain of Craters Road: what to know
- Tickets
- Included in park entry
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours round trip with stops
- Best time
- Morning
- Getting there
- Starts from Crater Rim Drive in the park
Big Island itineraries with Chain of Craters Road
Chain of Craters Road is on day 4
Day 4 of Big Island in 5 Days
Craters and lava tubes
How Chain of Craters Road fits into a day.- 8:30Nāhuku (Thurston Lava Tube)Volcanoes NP
- 10:00Chain of Craters RoadVolcanoes NP
- 12:30Puʻu Loa PetroglyphsVolcanoes NP
- 16:00Drive to Hilo (about 45 minutes)Hilo
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Chain of Craters Road FAQs
Is Chain of Craters Road open?
Usually, but it can close for storms or eruptions. Check park alerts the day before.
Are there services on the road?
No. Fill up and bring water.
How long is the drive?
About 19 miles each way.
