Puʻumāhoe
13,136 ft | 1 trails | Hawaii
13,136 ft
1 routes
Easy
About Puʻumāhoe
Puʻumāhoe rises to 13,136 feet in Hawaii. The Puʻumāhoe Trail covers 0.8 miles (loop) with about 190 feet of elevation gain — a gradual walk with modest climbing.
Getting There
The trailhead is at 19.81014, -155.468 (tap for driving directions). Arrive early on weekends — trailhead lots at popular peaks fill quickly, and cell service is often unreliable once you leave the highway.
When to Go
The reliable snow-free window is roughly July through September. At this elevation, afternoon thunderstorms are a serious summer hazard — start early and plan to be off the upper mountain by midday. Outside that window expect snow travel and bring traction and navigation skills to match.
Know Before You Go
The Easy rating comes from the National Park Service difficulty formula, which weighs total distance against elevation gain. Most hikers should budget about 0.5 hours of moving time; add margin for breaks, photos and the descent. Download the GPX track from this page before you go — cell coverage is unreliable in the mountains and a saved route works offline in any GPS app. Conditions change: verify current access, closures and weather with the official land manager before you go. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Looking to link objectives or plan a weekend? Nearby summits include Puʻukea, Puʻupoepoe and Puʻuhauʻoki — each has its own guide on this site.
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Check Current Conditions
Trail conditions change frequently. Check the official land manager's site (linked under Data Sources on this page) and the NWS forecast before your hike.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to hike Puʻumāhoe?
The Puʻumāhoe Trail is 0.8 miles as a loop with about 190 feet of elevation gain, and most hikers take roughly 0.5 hours of moving time. Add time for breaks and conditions — winter or wet weather can double the trip.
How hard is the Puʻumāhoe hike?
It's rated Easy using the National Park Service difficulty formula (0.8 miles as a loop, 190 ft of gain — about 250 ft of climbing per mile). The elevation profile on this page shows exactly where the steep sections fall.
Where is the Puʻumāhoe trailhead?
The trailhead is at 19.81014, -155.468 in Hawaii. Use the driving-directions link in the Getting There section above, and note that parking at popular trailheads fills early on weekends.
Are dogs allowed on the Puʻumāhoe trail?
Rules vary by land manager — national parks often prohibit dogs on trails, while most national forests allow them on leash. Check with the managing agency for this trail before bringing your dog, and pack out waste.
When is the best time to hike Puʻumāhoe?
July through September is the reliable snow-free window. Start early to avoid afternoon thunderstorms above treeline.
How tall is Puʻumāhoe?
Puʻumāhoe stands at 13,136 feet (4,004 meters) in Hawaii.
Safety Information
Current Hazards
- Afternoon thunderstorms
- Dehydration risk
- UV exposure above treeline
Turn-Around Time
1:00 PM (2:00 PM summer)
Plan to reach the summit by this time to allow safe descent before dark.
Essential Gear Checklist
* Critical items - do not hike without these
Emergency Contacts
Emergency / Search & Rescue
911Summit Forecast
NWS Point Forecast →In most of the US, backcountry search and rescue is dispatched through 911 — tell the operator you have a hiker emergency and your GPS coordinates.
Nearby Peaks
Explore other mountains near Puʻumāhoe. Great for peak-bagging or planning your next adventure.
Peak Bagging Tip
Puʻukea is only 0.9 miles away. Consider combining these peaks for a bigger day or overnight trip!