Haleakalā National Park Hawaii

Hiking the cinder desert landscape of the Haleakalā Crater at the active volcano

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Spring

7 - 17 ºC

Summer

9 - 18 ºC

Fall

8 - 17 ºC

Winter

6 - 15 ºC

January

6 - 16 ºC

February

6 - 15 ºC

March

6 - 15 ºC

April

6 - 16 ºC

May

7 - 17 ºC

June

8 - 18 ºC

July

9 - 18 ºC

August

9 - 19 ºC

September

8 - 18 ºC

October

8 - 18 ºC

November

8 - 17 ºC

December

7 - 16 ºC

Major Airports:

Kahului (OGG)

Honolulu (HNL)
States:

Hawaii

Traverse volcanic rocks and lush rain forests

Have one-of-a-kind experiences on a trip to Haleakalā National Park. In the Summit District mountain area, be quiet and respectful at the top of the Haleakalā volcano, which native Hawaiians consider a sacred place. Gaze out at the Pacific Ocean, see where lava flows from and hear the crunch of your feet walking along a cinder desert trail. At the coastal Kīpahulu District, hike a forest trail alongside a freshwater stream, which is home to endemic gobies and other fish, and listen to the cascade of a forest waterfall. Enlist a guide for a horseback or vehicle tour to learn more about Hawaiian traditions.

Haleakalā National Park plays two very important roles: It protects wildlife that exists nowhere else, and it acts as the melding point of ancient and modern Hawaiian culture. A visit to this striking park on the southeast coast of the island of Maui will lead you to stark volcanic landscapes and sub-tropical rain forests.

Haleakalā National Park encompasses more than 130 square kilometers and features plenty of trails to explore. For a memorable experience, wake up early and hike to the top of the more than 3,000-meter-high Haleakalā peak for spectacular views of the sun rising over the island. Or, relax and enjoy your time among the verdant forests or enjoying views of the breathtaking coastline.