National Park

Haleakalā

'Ahinahina blooms in Haleakala crater
'Ahinahina silversword blooms in Haleakala crater NPS

Overview

This special place vibrates with stories of ancient and modern Hawaiian culture and protects the bond between the land and its people. The park also cares for endangered species, some of which exist nowhere else. Come visit this special place - renew your spirit amid stark volcanic landscapes and sub-tropical rain forest with an unforgettable hike through the backcountry.

State: HI8085724400

Hours

  • Sunday: All Day
  • Monday: All Day
  • Tuesday: All Day
  • Wednesday: All Day
  • Thursday: All Day
  • Friday: All Day
  • Saturday: All Day

Fees & Passes

  • Entrance - Motorcycle:  25.00

    Valid for three days. Admits a private, non-commercial motorcycle to Haleakalā National Park including both the Summit and Kīpahulu Districts.


  • Entrance - Private Vehicle:  30.00

    Valid for three days. Admits private, non-commercial vehicle (14 max capacity or less) and all occupants to Haleakalā National Park including both the Summit and Kīpahulu Districts.


  • Entrance - Per Person:  15.00

    Admits one individual with no car to Haleakalā National Park including both the Summit and Kīpahulu Areas. Youth 15 and under are admitted free.


  • Commercial Entrance - Per Person:  15.00

    $15.00 per person for non-road based organized groups that offer activities such as Astronomy and Hiking.


  • Commercial Entrance - Sedan:  30.00

    $30.00 plus, $15.00 per person for road based tour vehicles, such as sedans, with a passenger carrying capacity of 1-7 people.


  • Commercial Entrance - Van:  45.00

    $45.00 for road based tour vehicles, such as large vans and mini buses, with a passenger carrying capacity of 8-25 people.


  • Timed Entry Reservation - Park & Location:  1.00

    A reservation is required for each vehicle entering the park from 3:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. You may book a reservation up to 60 days in advance and 2 days in advance of the start date.


Map

Things To Do

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    A trail leads down into a colorful volcanic valley.

    Moderate Hike into Haleakalā's Crater

    Free

    Description

    Enter the park's Wilderness on the Keoneheʻeheʻe (Sliding Sands) Trail and take a moderate out-and-back hike partway down the windswept cinder slope. This is among the most popular hikes in the park thanks to its unbeatable crater views.

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    Time:1-2 Hours
    A hiker walks a trail between two red and yellow cinder cones.

    Strenuous Hike Across the Crater Floor

    Free

    Description

    Experienced hikers can "thru" hike the crater from Keoneheʻeheʻe (Sliding Sands) Trailhead, across the crater floor, and out to Halemauʻu Trailhead. This hike is extremely strenuous and should only be undertaken by individuals who are equipped for a wilderness environment.

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    Time:7-9 Hours
    A dawn sky colors clouds yellow and pink, silhouetting an overlook shelter.

    Enjoy the Sunrise

    $

    Description

    Start your day at the top of Haleakalā. With an advance sunrise reservation, visitors can await the dawn from any of four lookouts leading to the summit.

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    Fees

    All visitors to park must pay the park entrance fee at the entrance gate or present a valid park pass. Find our more about Fees and Passes.  In addition to the entrance fee at the gate, advance sunrise reservations are required to enter the park between 3 am and 7 am. Reservations can be made on Recreation.gov. The reservation fee is $1. 

    Pet FriendlyTime:2-4 Hours
    A colorful cover shows native plants and animals and says "Junior Ranger Activity Book."

    Become a Haleakalā Junior Ranger

    Free

    Description

    Complete activities featuring the plants, animals, and history of Haleakalā to earn your Junior Ranger badge!

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    Pet FriendlyTime:1-2 Hours
    A bookstore with shelves of books, bottles, and plush animals

    Shopping

    Free

    Description

    The HPPA operates three bookstores at Haleakalā National Park and they are located at Park Headquarters, Haleakalā Visitor Center, and Kīpahulu Visitor Center. The HPPA also maintains an online bookstore.

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    A canopy of bamboo rises from the left and right blocking out the blue sky above.

    Moderate Hike up to the Bamboo Forest

    Free

    Description

    Listen to the sounds of the bamboo forest as the towering stalks creak, clack, and clang along the Pīpīwai Trail! Pick up the trail to the left of the Kīpahulu Visitor Center. The hike is 1 mile (1.6 km) round trip with an average hiking time of 1 hour. Be prepared for a hot hike and carry water, a snack, and sun protection!

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    Time:1 Hour

More Images

'Ahinahina blooms in Haleakala crater
'Ahinahina blooms in Haleakala crater
Waimoku waterfall in the park's Kipahulu District
Waimoku waterfall in the park's Kipahulu District
The Pools of ?Ohe?o in the park's Kipahulu District
The Pools of ?Ohe?o in the park's Kipahulu District
Sun setting over the volcano crater and horizon
Sun setting over the volcano crater and horizon