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Sunrise Orientation

Haleakalā National Park

  • Every day at Sunrise from November 14, 2025 to July 31, 2026
  • Free

Register

There is no registration required to attend the sunrise orientation. However, all visitors planning on entering the park for sunrise must have an advance sunrise reservation via recreation.gov.

The sunrise orientation features a brief overview of the summit area, important rules for visiting the park, and the cultural significance of this sacred place. The orientation talk may be followed by an oli, or Hawaiian chant, to welcome the rising sun and the beginning of a new day.

Fees

There is no fee to attend the sunrise orientation. However, all visitors entering the Summit District for sunrise must have an advance sunrise reservation ($1) and pay the park entrance fee ($30 per private vehicle).

Location

The orientation talk occurs near the Haleakalā Visitor Center (9,740 feet).

Latitude and Longitude 20.715117, -156.249859

Schedule

Days:

Every day

Dates:

November 14, 2025 to July 31, 2026

Time:

Sunrise

The sunrise orientation will occur around 15 minutes prior to sunrise, contingent upon conditions.

Event Type

  • Talk
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