Volcano Eruption & Kilauea Iki Trail (Hawaii Big Island)

The Kilaulea Iki trail is a 3-4 mile loop hike in Volcano National Park Hawaii Big Island in Hilo We had an unforgettable experience on the Kīlauea Iki Trail when the volcano began erupting mid-hike. In this video, you'll see early-morning views of the eruption starting up. Shortly after, the activity intensified, sending lava debris flying, and park rangers evacuated everyone for safety. By then, we were safely outside the park gates and couldn't re-enter to view the biggest scene of the eruption. Trail Tip: Location: Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park (Big Island, near Hilo) Trail length: 3–4 mile loop across crater floors and solid lava rock Highlights: Panoramic crater views and dramatic volcanic terrain Arrive early: Parking lots fill up quickly later in the day. Gear up: Sturdy hiking shoes are essential for jagged lava rock, and pack reliable rain gear for unpredictable weather. Thanks for watching D'ultimatehike, please leave your comments, and SUBSCRIBE to follow along for more.