North Pit Trail
Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii County, HI
Out-and-back trail in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii County, HI. Hiking.
- Distance
- 6 mi (9.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 938 ft (286 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 25 min
- High point
- 13,455 ft (4,101 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about North Pit Trail
How long is North Pit Trail?
North Pit Trail is 6 mi (9.7 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 25 min. It climbs 938 ft (286 m) in total, up to a high point of 13,455 ft (4,101 m).
How hard is North Pit Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is North Pit Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Can you bring a dog on North Pit Trail?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on North Pit Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for North Pit Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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