News Release

Haleakalā National Park Summit District Reopens

Date: December 21, 2022
Contact: Jin Prugsawan

Kula, Maui — The Summit District of Haleakalā National Park reopened at 1:15 pm on December 21, 2022. The Headquarters Visitor Center at 7,000 feet is open until 4:00 pm. The Haleakalā Visitor Center at 9,740 feet remains closed however the parking lot and restrooms are open. 

The public is reminded to drive the speed limit and stop for wildlife in the roadway, this is especially important for travel in the dark after sunset. Those hoping to visit the park for sunset should anticipate long lines at the entrance station. Parking at the summit is limited and fills up fast, be flexible and consider alternative sunset viewing locations

All wilderness cabin and wilderness tent camping reservations for December 21, 2022, remain canceled. Park communication infrastructure has been damaged by the storm to the extent that emergency response and communication may not be available. Day hikers enter the crater at their own risk.

The Kīpahulu District of Haleakalā National Park is open this includes all trails, Kīpahulu Campground, and the Kīpahulu Visitor Center.

For more information about the park visit www.nps.gov/hale.