Pauahi Crater
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Pauahi Crater is a volcanic crater measuring 2,000 ft (610 m) long, up to some 1,300 ft (400 m) across, and 300 ft (91 m) deep in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park at 19°22′6″N 155°13′21″W.[1] It is about 3 mi (4.8 km) from the top of the Big Island of Hawaii's Chain of Craters Road, which follows a "chain" that also includes the Hiʻiaka, Puʻu Huluhulu, Kānenuiohamo, Makaopuhi and Nāpau craters.
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Pauahi Crater | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 2,946 ft (898 m)[1] |
Coordinates | 19°22′6″N 155°13′21″W |
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Last eruption | November 16–17, 1979 |
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