Haleakalā National Park

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Waimoku waterfall in the park's Kipahulu District

The Pools of ?Ohe?o in the park's Kipahulu District

Sun setting over the volcano crater and horizon

Park 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 thi...

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, arriv...

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 ...

About Haleakalā National Park

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.

Available Activities

Camping

Backcountry Camping

Guided Tours

Bus/Shuttle Guided Tour

Hiking

Junior Ranger Program

Swimming

Shopping

Weather

On any given day, the temperatures in the park can range from a high of 80°F (27°C) in Kīpahulu to a low of 30°F (-1°C) at the summit. In either area clouds and rain can quickly replace warm sunshine. Weather in the high-elevation summit and wilderness areas of the park is highly unpredictable and changes often.

Cool temperatures, intense solar radiation, and rapidly moving clouds are characteristic. On average, the temperature drops about 3°F for every 1,000 foot rise in elevation.

Getting There

Located on the island of Maui, Haleakalā National Park extends from the 10,023 foot (3055m) summit of Haleakalā down the southeast flank of the mountain to the Kīpahulu coast near Hana. These two sections of the park are not directly connected by road, but both can be reached from Kahului. There are no gas stations within the park.

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Hours

Operating Hours

The Summit and Kīpahulu Districts of Haleakalā are open 24 hours a day. A sunrise reservation is required for entry between 3am and 7am daily.

Entrance Fees

Entrance - Motorcycle

Valid for 3 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers to Haleakalā National Park, including both the Summit and Kīpahulu Districts.

$25.00

Entrance - Private Vehicle

Valid for three days. Admits private, non-commercial vehicle (14 max capacity or less) and all occupants to Haleakalā National Park including both the Summit and Kīpahulu Districts.

$30.00

Entrance - Per Person

Admits one individual with no car to Haleakalā National Park including both the Summit and Kīpahulu Areas. Youth 15 and under are admitted free.

$15.00

Commercial Entrance - Per Person

$15.00 per person for non-road based organized groups that offer activities such as Astronomy and Hiking.

$15.00

Commercial Entrance - Sedan

$30.00 plus, $15.00 per person for road based tour vehicles, such as sedans, with a passenger carrying capacity of 1-7 people.

$30.00

Commercial Entrance - Van

$45.00 for road based tour vehicles, such as large vans and mini buses, with a passenger carrying capacity of 8-25 people.

$45.00

Timed Entry Reservation - Park & Location

A reservation is required for each vehicle entering the park from 3:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. You may book a reservation up to 60 days in advance and 2 days in advance of the start date.

$1.00