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.
Current Alerts
- Park ClosurePark Closure Due to Tropical Storm Lala
Update 8/21/26: The Summit District of Haleakalā National Park including Haleakalā Crater remains closed until further notice as recovery from Tropical Storm Lala continues. It will reopen when it is safe to do so. Kīpahulu District, including Pīpīwai Trail, is open. For safety, visitors and local residents should respect all State and County road closures. For county road closures, visit https://www.mauicounty.gov/road-closures. This alert will only be updated if conditions change.
- InformationNo 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 this point we don't have an estimate for when repairs will be complete.
- InformationExpect 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, arrive 3 hours before sunset.
- InformationLimited 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 several months.
- InformationDrive Cautiously - Endangered Birds on Roadway
Nēnē (Hawaiian geese) and ʻuaʻu (Hawaiian petrel) are nesting in the park and may land on or frequent park roads, parking lots, and road leading up to the park. Drivers are reminded to drive at the posted speed limits and exercise caution.
Source: National Park Service.
Upcoming Events
- Sunrise OrientationSun Aug 23 2026The orientation talk occurs near the Haleakalā Visitor Center (9,740 feet).
- Sketch the Moon in the Park After DarkTue Aug 25 2026Park Headquarters Visitor Center (one mile from park entrance)
- Hosmer HikeWed Aug 26 2026Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter Participation is first-come, first-served. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
- Hosmer HikeThu Aug 27 2026Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter Participation is first-come, first-served. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
- Hosmer HikeFri Aug 28 2026Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter Participation is first-come, first-served. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
- Hosmer HikeSat Aug 29 2026Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter Participation is first-come, first-served. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
- Hosmer HikeSun Aug 30 2026Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter Participation is first-come, first-served. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
- Hosmer HikeMon Aug 31 2026Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter Participation is first-come, first-served. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
- Forest Bird HikeTue Sep 01 2026Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
- Forest Bird HikeWed Sep 02 2026Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
- Night Sky ProgramThu Sep 03 2026Next to Haleakalā Visitor Center
- Hosmer HikeFri Sep 04 2026Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter Participation is first-come, first-served. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
- Hosmer HikeSat Sep 05 2026Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter Participation is first-come, first-served. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
- Forest Bird HikeTue Sep 15 2026Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
- Forest Bird HikeWed Sep 16 2026Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.
- Forest Bird HikeTue Sep 22 2026Meet at the Hosmer Grove Picnic Shelter. Bring water, layers, and comfortable walking shoes. Subject to cancellation due to weather conditions.