Haleakalā Activities
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Things to Do on Haleakalā
Haleakalā is an active but not currently erupting massive shield volcano that rises 10,023 feet above sea level. The park itself stretches from the summit to the sea and encompasses an alpine zone, sub alpine scrublands and dry forests. The Kīpahulu area on Haleakalā’s windward slopes features rainforests and includes the beautiful Pools of ʻOheʻo.
At this altitude views of Maui are incredible. When the skies are clear you can see three other Hawaiian islands from Haleakalā’s lookouts: Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, and the island of Hawaiʻi. Sunrises are unforgettable but sunsets can be equally as amazing and oftentimes can be less crowded. Stargazing is spectacular and the park — which is open 24 hours a day — offers stargazing programs in the summer. [It's important to know that in order to prevent overcrowding during pre-dawn hours, visitors interested in watching the sunrise require reservations. You can find more information from the link at the bottom of the page.]
There are a variety of trails along the summit and in the lush Kīpahulu area including Keoneheʻeheʻe Trail and Pīpīwai Trail. Hiking times range from a half hour to three-day camping expeditions. You can also explore the park by horseback.
Haleakalā National Park has more endangered species than any other park in the National Park Service. Take a hike and you’ll soon see—or hear—Hawaiʻi’s state bird, the Nēnē (Hawaiian goose). The endemic ʻāhinahina plant (Haleakalā silversword) can only be found on the upper slopes of Haleakalā, while a handful of close relatives remain on Maunakea and Maunaloa on the island of Hawaiʻi. To see a silversword blossom is a poetic gift as this Hawaiʻi native can take up to 50 years to bloom, and perishes after a single flowering.
More general information: (808) 572-4400; http://www.nps.gov/hale
Information regarding Haleakalā sunrise viewing and reservations, visit the National Park Service's site.
Sunrise, Sunsets & Stargazing
At this altitude views of Maui are incredible. When the skies are clear you can see three other Hawaiian islands from Haleakalā’s lookouts: Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, and the island of Hawaiʻi. Sunrises are unforgettable but sunsets can be equally as amazing and oftentimes can be less crowded. Stargazing is spectacular and the park — which is open 24 hours a day — offers stargazing programs in the summer. [It's important to know that in order to prevent overcrowding during pre-dawn hours, visitors interested in watching the sunrise require reservations. You can find more information from the link at the bottom of the page.]
Hiking & Horseback Riding
There are a variety of trails along the summit and in the lush Kīpahulu area including Keoneheʻeheʻe Trail and Pīpīwai Trail. Hiking times range from a half hour to three-day camping expeditions. You can also explore the park by horseback.
See Endangered Species
Haleakalā National Park has more endangered species than any other park in the National Park Service. Take a hike and you’ll soon see—or hear—Hawaiʻi’s state bird, the Nēnē (Hawaiian goose). The endemic ʻāhinahina plant (Haleakalā silversword) can only be found on the upper slopes of Haleakalā, while a handful of close relatives remain on Maunakea and Maunaloa on the island of Hawaiʻi. To see a silversword blossom is a poetic gift as this Hawaiʻi native can take up to 50 years to bloom, and perishes after a single flowering.More general information: (808) 572-4400; http://www.nps.gov/hale
Information regarding Haleakalā sunrise viewing and reservations, visit the National Park Service's site.
ʻĀhinahina (Haleakalā Silversword)
