Parks / Haleakalā National Park
Haleakalā National Park
National Park · HI
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.
Official NPS page →Current Alerts (4)
No Water at Hosmer Campground
As of September 30, 2025, water at Hosmer Campground in the Summit District is shutoff due to a waterline break. Water is available 24-hours at Headquarters Visitor Center one mile up the road. At this point we don't have an estimate for when repairs will be complete.
Expect Long Waits at the Summit Entrance Station Before Sunset
Due to a high volume of traffic, cars may be temporarily turned around at the gate when capacity is reached. Purchasing a pass online does not guarantee entry at sunset. To ensure timely access, arrive 3 hours before sunset.
Limited Parking and Traffic Delays in Summit District
Beginning Monday, January 12, 2026 Haleakalā Visitor Center (summit district) parking lot will have limited parking due to a water infrastructure project. Expect traffic delays. The project will last several months.
Drive Cautiously - Endangered Birds on Roadway
Nēnē (Hawaiian geese) and ʻuaʻu (Hawaiian petrel) are nesting in the park and may land on or frequent park roads, parking lots, and road leading up to the park. Drivers are reminded to drive at the posted speed limits and exercise caution.
Entrance Fees
Fee-free entrance days do not include sunrise reservations or admittance to the park between the hours of 3:00 am-7:00 am. People planning to view the sunrise at Haleakalā National Park must make sunrise viewing reservations for $1.00 in advance at https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/253731.
Haleakalā National Park has a variety of annual pass options available. Annual passes are available to the general public including international visitors. Passes are valid for 12 months from purchase date and are non-transferable.
Campgrounds (4)
Hosmer Grove Campground
Hosmer Grove lies in the cloud belt of Haleakalā, just below the 7,000 foot level (2134m) in the Summit District. Be prepared for rain and cold weather. Nighttime temperatures can drop into the to near freezing (0°C); daytime highs average 50-65°F (10-18°C). The campground has picnic tables, barbeque grills, drinking water, and pit toilets. Overnight stays are limited to three (3) nights total for all Park areas in a thirty day period. Pets are not permitted in or around campsite facilities.
Details →Kīpahulu Campground
The Kīpahulu campground is about 1/8 mile (.2km) south of the Kīpahulu Visitor Center. It overlooks ocean cliffs and is a short walk from 'Ohe'o Gulch. The campground has picnic tables, BBQ grills, and pit toilets. No water is available at Kīpahulu Campground; However, drinking water is available at the Kīpahulu Visitor Center restrooms. There are two general stores in the nearby town of Hāna (10 miles [16km] away) where you can purchase water and basic food supplies.
Details →Wilderness Cabins
Located on the island of Maui, Haleakalā National Park maintains three wilderness cabins for visitor use-- Hōlua, Palikū, and Kapalaoa. All cabins are accessible only by trail from the summit area and require you to hike a minimum of 3.7 mi (5.9 km).
Details →Wilderness Tent Sites
There are two primitive wilderness tent areas which are accessible only by trail, Hōlua and Palikū. These sites are only reservable on recreation.gov. No first come-first serve sites are available.
Details →Upcoming Events
Sunrise Orientation
Aug 31, 2026 · The orientation talk occurs near the Haleakalā Visitor Center (9,740 feet).
Forest Bird Hike
Sep 1, 2026 · Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
Forest Bird Hike
Sep 2, 2026 · Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
Night Sky Program
Sep 3, 2026 · Next to Haleakalā Visitor Center
Hosmer Hike
Sep 4, 2026 · Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter Participation is first-come, first-served. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
Hosmer Hike
Sep 5, 2026 · Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter Participation is first-come, first-served. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
Forest Bird Hike
Sep 15, 2026 · Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
Forest Bird Hike
Sep 16, 2026 · Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
Forest Bird Hike
Sep 22, 2026 · Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
Forest Bird Hike
Sep 23, 2026 · Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
Forest Bird Hike
Sep 29, 2026 · Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
Forest Bird Hike
Sep 30, 2026 · Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
Things to Do
Become a Haleakalā Junior Ranger
Complete activities featuring the plants, animals, and history of Haleakalā to earn your Junior Ranger badge!
Enjoy the Sunrise
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.
Moderate Hike into Haleakalā's Crater
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.
Moderate Hike to the Crater Edge
Meander through native shrubland to glimpse rare forest birds and a variety of plants found only in Hawaiʻi.
Moderate Hike up to the Bamboo Forest
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!
Shopping
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.
Short Hike to Leleiwi Overlook
Take a short .3 mile (.5 km) roundtrip walk out to Leleiwi Overlook. Pass native plants on your way to a spectacular view of the crater and the Koʻolau Gap.
Short Hike to Makahiku Falls
Golden light. Verdant forests. White waters. View Makahiku Falls from the Pīpīwai Trail in the Kīpahulu District of Haleakalā National Park.
Strenuous Hike Across the Crater Floor
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.
Visitor Centers
- Haleakalā Visitor Center
- Headquarters Visitor Center
- Kīpahulu Visitor Center
Webcams
Source: National Park Service.