Short Hike to Leleiwi Overlook

On a clear day, Leleiwi offers excellent crater views.

NPS Photo

Get out and stretch your legs on this short hike out to Leleiwi Overlook. Halfway between the Headquarters Visitor Center by the entrance and the Haleakalā Visitor Center at the summit, Leleiwi offers the perfect opportunity to take in the changing scenery and walk through a native Hawaiian shrubland. 

Learn more about Leleiwi Overlook and the layered history of this special place.

Details

Duration

30-60 Minutes

Activity

Hiking

Age(s)

This short hike is good for families, although the trail does have some steeper steps. 

Pets Allowed

No

Pets are not permitted on trails in the park. 

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Leleiwi Parking Lot

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Day

Mornings have a better chance of being clearer for expansive crater views. Walk the trail in the afternoon to see the clouds pushing up the mountain sides, or to even stand in a cloud yourself!

Accessibility Information

This trail is unpaved and involves several steep, uneven steps.