Puʻuloa Petroglyphs
a boardwalk to one of Hawaiʻi’s largest petroglyph fields
Puʻuloa Petroglyphs is one of the places Roamward flags on the Chain of Craters Road because it gives the drive its texture: a boardwalk to one of Hawaiʻi’s largest petroglyph fields. Use it as a planned pull-over instead of letting the route become a blur between towns.
How it fits the drive
The Chain of Craters Road runs Kīlauea summit → Hōlei Sea Arch, HI. From a volcano summit to the sea.
Nearby route stops
- Maunaulu — an overlook of lava flows that crossed the road in the 1970s (Chain of Craters Road)
- Hōlei Sea Arch — a 90-foot lava arch above the surf near the road’s end (Chain of Craters Road)
Conditions, access, parking, fees, weather, and seasonal closures can change quickly on scenic routes. Check the managing agency or local visitor information before committing to a side stop.
Build a trip around Chain of Craters Road stops like this.
Roamward turns spots like this into a real road trip on your phone — the scenic drive, the stops, and the detours, planned around the vibe you’re after. Get early access: