Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/21/2022
Kipukapuaulu Trail lies about 1.5 miles up Mauna Loa Road.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/21/2022
An interpretive sign offers a history of the area and trail creation at the start of the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/21/2022
The trail follows an easy course that rises and falls over an 180' elevation difference throughout its course.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/21/2022
Small signs along the path provide information on the plants in the area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/21/2022
Kipukapuaulu Cave is a lava tube visible along the hike, however the park strongly discourages visitors from entering the sensitive habitat.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/21/2022
A couple shady benches offer a chance to take a seat and listen to the birds calling throughout the canopy.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/21/2022
Kipukapuaulu Trail markers.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
04/21/2022
The trail follows a loop course beginning at a fork a short distance in from the trailhead.