• Cindercones dot the landscape in the Wilderness Area

    Haleakalā

    National Park Hawai'i

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  • Water shortage at summit

    The visitor center nearest the summit is very low on water. Please use the toilets at Headquarters Visitor Center near the park entrance if possible.

  • Drive cautiously - Endangered birds land on roadway

    Nene (Hawaiian geese) and 'ua'u (Hawaiian petrels) are nesting in the park and may land on or frequent park roads and parking lots. Drivers are reminded to drive at the posted speed limits and exercise caution.

  • Construction Traffic - May 20

    On May 20, from 6:30am to 11:00am, construction trucks will be using the park road. The road will remain open to staff and visitors.

  • Summit District Parking Lot Rehabilitation In Progress

    During construction, parking spaces at Haleakala Visitor Center (near the summit) will be reduced by at least 50%. Construction is scheduled for May 22 through June 6. Visitors and tour operators may experience delays. More »

Plan Your Visit

Your visit to Haleakalā National Park might include a glimpse of a rare native bird, a hands-on experience with Hawaiian culture, breezes through the bamboo forest, or warm sun on your back as you hike a volcanic landscape.

First you have to choose the experience you are looking for and find out where to discover it. Do you want to spend the day visiting the summit area of the park? Or the coastal area? Do you have two days available so you can experience both? Perhaps you can spend a few days and plan an overnight adventure.

Whatever you choose, be sure you are prepared for your experience - remember that both the Summit and Kīpahulu Areas are remote, natural areas with few ammenities.

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Summit District (mountain area)

Halemau'u Trail

Directions to the park entrance:
From Kahului, take Highway 36 to 37 to 377 to 378 straight into the park. You can also follow the road signs.
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Visitor center hours:
The park is open 24 hours per day, 365 days a year. Restrooms and drinking water are always available.
Headquarters Visitor Center near park entrance: 8:00am - 3:45pm HST. Haleakala Visitor Center near the summit: 6:00am - 3:00pm HST
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What to bring:
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunblock)
- Cold/wet weather clothing (raingear, pants, jacket, poncho)
- Food (no food for sale in the park)
- Water bottles (drinking water available at all visitor centers)
- Sturdy shoes (hiking boots or athletic shoes)
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Activities:
- Sunrise or sunset
- Ranger programs
- Hiking
- Drive-up camping
- Backcountry camping

Click here to view the schedule of events.
Click here for maps and activity guides.

Kipahulu District (coastal area)
Kipahulu Overlook_small

Directions to the park entrance:
From Kahului, take Highway 360 (Hana Hwy) 12 miles past the town of Hana. Or - from Kahului, take Highway 36 to 37 to 31 aroung the south side of the island. Warning: Portions of this road are unpaved.
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Visitor center hours:
The park is open 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Restrooms and drinking water are always available.
Kipahulu Visitor Center: 9:00am - 5:00pm HST
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What to bring:
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunblock)
- Rain protection (rain gear, jacket, poncho)
- Mosquito repellent
- Food (no food for sale in the park)
- Water bottles (drinking water available at all visitor centers)
- Sturdy shoes (hiking boots or athletic shoes)

Activities:
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Ranger programs
- Drive-up camping

Click here to view the schedule of events.
Click here for maps and activity guides.

 

Did You Know?

Did You Know?

You might find squid beaks at 10,023 feet (3055 m) above sea level. Haleakalā National Park is home to the ʻUaʻu - the Hawaiian Dark-Rumped Petrel - sea birds that eat squid and regurgitate the indigestible beak ouside their burrows in the summit area.