Haleakalā National Park

About Haleakalā National Park

Haleakalā National Park is a national park located in Hawaii. 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.

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.

💰 Entrance Fees & Passes

The general entrance fee for Haleakalā starts at $1 (which commonly covers entry for a single private vehicle and passengers for up to 7 consecutive days). The park offers several fee options: Entrance - Motorcycle ($25), Entrance - Private Vehicle ($30), Entrance - Per Person ($15), Commercial Entrance - Per Person ($15), Commercial Entrance - Sedan ($30), Commercial Entrance - Van ($45), Timed Entry Reservation - Park & Location ($1). If you plan to visit multiple national parks this year, purchasing the America the Beautiful National Parks Annual Pass ($80) is highly cost-effective, as general entry to most parks will quickly offset the pass cost.

🥾 Things to Do

Haleakalā National Park offers visitors a diverse selection of outdoor experiences. You can participate in a wide array of activities, most notably Camping, Backcountry Camping, Guided Tours, Bus/Shuttle Guided Tour, and 4 other recreational activities, depending on the season and weather conditions. Path options exist for both casual strollers and expert backcountry adventurers.