Haleakalā National Park - 1-Day Highlights

Ranger-curated one-day highlights itinerary for Haleakalā National Park.

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03:30

Haleakalā National Park

Haleakalā National ParkView park
120 min
My Notes

Reservations required for sunrise.

Tips

Arrive early; summit is cold and windy.

Photo Spots: Sunrise above the clouds.
07:00

Haleakalā National Park

Haleakalā National ParkView park
180 min
My Notes

Descend into the crater for a short section.

Tips

Turn around before the heat builds in the crater.

Photo Spots: Cinder cones and crater vistas.
11:00

Haleakalā National Park

Haleakalā National ParkView park
60 min
My Notes

Short shaded forest walk.

Tips

Great recovery walk after the crater.

15:00

Haleakalā National Park

Haleakalā National ParkView park
150 min
My Notes

Drive the Hana Highway section to the coastal pools.

Tips

Allow 2 hours each way from the summit area.

Photo Spots: Coastal pools and rainforest views.
18:30

Haleakalā National Park

Haleakalā National ParkView park
60 min
My Notes

Quiet coastal sunset after the long drive.

Tips

Watch the surf and stay clear of the waterline.

Photo Spots: Waves and sunset light on the coast.