Route: Trail is a remnant portion of the old Hilo-Puu O`o Horse Trail. Until the U.S. Army built the Saddle Road in 1942, it was the only direct route from Hilo to the Humuula Saddle. It follows the 1855 lava flow, passing through pioneer ohia forest and adjacent to kipuka of mature Koa/Ohia/Hapuu forest. Native Hawaiian birds are readily sighted enroute. Wear bright colored clothing, as this area is open year round for game mammal hunting.

Directions: Trail connects with Saddle Road (Hwy 200) at two points, approximately at 18.45 and 19.75 miles from Hilo.

Do not use any trail or access road that is not delineated by name and color and that may also be displayed on these maps. The marked features are managed for public recreational use. Other trails or roads that branch off from the public features may be on private property, and are not managed for any public recreational use. Access is subject to adjacent landowner approval, and if used without authorization, you will be trespassing and possibly putting yourself at risk.