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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/21/2025
The trail begins beside the road sign along Hawaii Belt Road opposite the Nāmakanipaio Campground entrance driveway.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/21/2025
A somewhat hidden sign marking the trailhead.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/21/2025
The hike follows a dirt single track as it climbs from the Belt Road up into the National Park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/21/2025
Views of Mauna Loa in the distance emerge as the trail gains in elevation.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/21/2025
Though somewhat short, the easy hike is enjoyable and offers nice views.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/21/2025
Lying outside the Craters Rim Drive area of the park, the maintenance along this is less than other more popular areas with HVNP.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/21/2025
Level dirt single track hiking nearer to the Jaggar Museum area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/21/2025
Jaggar Museum Trail within Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
10/21/2025
The trail comes to an end at the parking area near the Jaggar Museum site.

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