Devastation Trail

The paved, wheelchair-accessible Devastation Trail passes through the fallout area of the 1959 eruption of Kilauea Iki Crater, which decimated this portion of the rain forest. Continuing east, you pass Keanakako'i Crater and the intersection with Chain of Craters Rd.

The trail is not half as dramatic as its name, however, nor does it hold a candle to the more involved Kilauea Iki Trail. The overlook does provide a fantastic vantage point into the crater, and it's a quick walk to see Pu'u Pua'i, which formed during the eruption. Parking is available at the intersection of Chain of Craters Rd and at the Pu'u Pua'i Overlook further east.