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.

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.

## Overview

Located on the island of Maui, Haleakalā National Park maintains three
wilderness cabins for visitor use-- Hōlua, Palikū, and Kapalaoa. All cabins
are accessible only by trail from the summit area and require you to hike a
minimum of 3.7 mi (5.9 km). Backcountry users must plan to enter the park
entrance for their stay no earlier than 7 am unless they have also obtained a
sunrise reservation granting access to the park between 3 and 7 am. Sunrise
reservations can be made on recreation.gov.

Horses, mules, and donkeys are permitted as pack animals on the Keoneheʻeheʻe
Trail, Halemauʻu Trail, and Supply Trail. If planning to travel by pack animal
--please notify park staff upon making reservation. All waste produced by pack
animals must be removed from parking areas and trailheads. No group may have
more than 12 pack animals. Riders, commercial operators, and owners are
responsible for the removal of dead or injured stock within 72 hours. Pets of
any other kind are prohibited on all trails.

Hōlua Cabin, located at 6,940 ft (2,115 m) is nestled at the base of the
crater wall in the shrubland near Koʻolau Gap. This is the cabin reached by
the shortest hike. Hōlua is 3.7 mi (6 km) one way down the Halemauʻu trail or
7.4 mi one way (12 km) from the Keoneheʻeheʻe (sliding sands) trailhead.
Visitors staying at Hōlua can enjoy day hikes further into the crater. The
landscape around Hōlua supports a native shrubland which colonizes the lava
flows. A wilderness tent camp area is located nearby.

Palikū Cabin located at 6,380 ft (1,945 m) is on the east end of the
wilderness valley at the base of a rain forest cliff. This cabin is reached
via a strenuous 9.3 mi (15 km) one way hike on the Keoneheʻeheʻe (sliding
sands) Trail or 10.4 mi (17 km) one way hike on the Halemauʻu Trail. Clouds
and fog often roll over the top of the cliffs behind Palikū, and rain is
common. The extra moisture makes this spot exceptionally cool and lush. A
wilderness tent camp area is located nearby.

Kapalaoa Cabin located at 7,250 ft (2,210 m) is perched near the Kaupō Gap on
the southern end of the wilderness valley. This cabin is reached via a 5.6 mi
(2.7 km) hike via Keoneheʻeheʻe (sliding sands) Trail or 7.2 mi (11.6 km) hike
on the Halemauʻu Trail. Kapalaoa is located in a grass field and is not
accompanied by a wilderness tent area.

  
Message of Cultural Sensitivity: Upon entering Haleakalā National Park, you
are a guest of the Hawaiian culture, which considers the entire area sacred.
Each person should behave as if entering a temple or reverent place in his or
her own culture or belief system. The rocks, the plants and even the silence
are part of the sacredness and should not be disturbed. For Native Hawaiians,
Haleakalā represents an important place within their culture.

## Recreation

All cabins are wonderful opportunities for night sky viewing in what's
considered one of the quietest natural places on earth! Visitors to the crater
may even come across native species such as the Nēnē (Hawaiian goose). Please
remember to keep your distance from any wildlife and refrain from feeding
them.

While staying in the crater, cabin users have the option to day hike on trail
through the crater. Locations to enjoy from Hōlua may be the Silversword loop
or the loop around Halaliʻi cinder cone. Locations to enjoy from Palikū may be
a loop hike toward Kapalaoa or toward Kaupo Gap and back. Visit
https://www.nps.gov/hale/planyourvisit/maps.htm to plan your day hikes from
any cabin. Please stay on designated trails throughout your crater journey and
pack out everything with you!

## Facilities

There are no food establishments, stores, showers, or laundry facilities in
the park.

One pit toilet is located nearby each visitor cabin. A non-potable water
spigot is located outside of the wilderness visitor cabins which is adjacent
to the wilderness tent areas (Palikū and Hōlua).

Each of the park’s three wilderness cabins are equipped with 18 lockers; each
locker contains three logs and is assigned to each reservation night. Your
locker number(s) and combination(s) will be issued by park staff via email
from the hale_interpretation@nps.gov account prior to reservation date. Bring
a lighter or matches to start the wood and propane stoves. The park cannot
guarantee that propane or wood will be available. Extra wood logs are
available for purchase at the park store.

## Natural Features

Cabins are located inside Haleakalā crater and involve a strenuous hike around
distinctive cinder cones. Campers should prepare for hot, sunny, cold, wet,
and windy conditions as weather can change rapidly. There is no shade or water
on the crater floor, and temperatures can vary from 40-70 degrees Fahrenheit
during the day and 30-50 degrees Fahrenheit at night, so pack plenty of water,
sunscreen, and layers. If it is stormy, winds can exceed 80 miles per hour
with temperatures dropping well below freezing.

Hiking trails may be steep. Terrain may include loose cinders and/or rocks.
Change in altitude can be from a high of 9,780ft to a low of 6,380ft. Due to
the soft sandy nature of the trails, plan on spending twice as much time to
hike out as to hike in.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (808) 572-4400.

## Nearby Attractions

Visitor cabins are located near the wilderness tent areas. A wilderness tent
permit does not grant access to any wilderness cabin within the crater and
vice versa. Wilderness tent sites can be reserved through rec.gov.

## Charges & Cancellations

Reservations are non-transferable.

1) Cancellations prior to 14 days---$10.00 charge + partial refund  
2) Cancellations within 14 days of arrival---No refund  
3) $10.00 change fee per reservation night prior to 7 days. No changes within
7 days (not counting arrival day)

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Located on the island of Maui, Haleakalā National Park maintains three wilderness cabins for visitor use-- Hōlua, Palikū, and Kapalaoa. All cabins are accessible only by trail from the summit area and require you to hike a minimum of 3.7 mi (5.9 km). Backcountry users must plan to enter the park entrance for their stay no earlier than 7 am unless they have also obtained a sunrise reservation granting access to the park between 3 and 7 am. Sunrise reservations can be made on recreation.gov. </p>
<p>Horses, mules, and donkeys are permitted as pack animals on the Keoneheʻeheʻe Trail, Halemauʻu Trail, and Supply Trail. If planning to travel by pack animal--please notify park staff upon making reservation. All waste produced by pack animals must be removed from parking areas and trailheads. No group may have more than 12 pack animals. Riders, commercial operators, and owners are responsible for the removal of dead or injured stock within 72 hours. Pets of any other kind are prohibited on all trails.</p>
<p>Hōlua Cabin, located at 6,940 ft (2,115 m) is nestled at the base of the crater wall in the shrubland near Koʻolau Gap. This is the cabin reached by the shortest hike. Hōlua is 3.7 mi (6 km) one way down the Halemauʻu trail or 7.4 mi one way (12 km) from the Keoneheʻeheʻe (sliding sands) trailhead. Visitors staying at Hōlua can enjoy day hikes further into the crater. The landscape around Hōlua supports a native shrubland which colonizes the lava flows. A wilderness tent camp area is located nearby. </p>
<p>Palikū Cabin located at 6,380 ft (1,945 m) is on the east end of the wilderness valley at the base of a rain forest cliff. This cabin is reached via a strenuous 9.3 mi (15 km) one way hike on the Keoneheʻeheʻe (sliding sands) Trail or 10.4 mi (17 km) one way hike on the Halemauʻu Trail. Clouds and fog often roll over the top of the cliffs behind Palikū, and rain is common. The extra moisture makes this spot exceptionally cool and lush. A wilderness tent camp area is located nearby. </p>
<p>Kapalaoa Cabin located at 7,250 ft (2,210 m) is perched near the Kaupō Gap on the southern end of the wilderness valley. This cabin is reached via a 5.6 mi (2.7 km) hike via Keoneheʻeheʻe (sliding sands) Trail or 7.2 mi (11.6 km) hike on the Halemauʻu Trail. Kapalaoa is located in a grass field and is not accompanied by a wilderness tent area. </p>
<p><br>Message of Cultural Sensitivity:  Upon entering Haleakalā National Park, you are a guest of the Hawaiian culture, which considers the entire area sacred. Each person should behave as if entering a temple or reverent place in his or her own culture or belief system. The rocks, the plants and even the silence are part of the sacredness and should not be disturbed.  For Native Hawaiians, Haleakalā represents an important place within their culture. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>All cabins are wonderful opportunities for night sky viewing in what's considered one of the quietest natural places on earth! Visitors to the crater may even come across native species such as the Nēnē (Hawaiian goose). Please remember to keep your distance from any wildlife and refrain from feeding them.  </p>
<p>While staying in the crater, cabin users have the option to day hike on trail through the crater. Locations to enjoy from Hōlua may be the Silversword loop or the loop around Halaliʻi cinder cone. Locations to enjoy from Palikū may be a loop hike toward Kapalaoa or toward Kaupo Gap and back. Visit https://www.nps.gov/hale/planyourvisit/maps.htm to plan your day hikes from any cabin. Please stay on designated trails throughout your crater journey and pack out everything with you!</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>There are no food establishments, stores, showers, or laundry facilities in the park.</p>
<p>One pit toilet is located nearby each visitor cabin. A non-potable water spigot is located outside of the wilderness visitor cabins which is adjacent to the wilderness tent areas (Palikū and Hōlua).</p>
<p>Each of the park’s three wilderness cabins are equipped with 18 lockers; each locker contains three logs and is assigned to each reservation night. Your locker number(s) and combination(s) will be issued by park staff via email from the hale_interpretation@nps.gov account prior to reservation date.  Bring a lighter or matches to start the wood and propane stoves. The park cannot guarantee that propane or wood will be available. Extra wood logs are available for purchase at the park store. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Cabins are located inside Haleakalā crater and involve a strenuous hike around distinctive cinder cones. Campers should prepare for hot, sunny, cold, wet, and windy conditions as weather can change rapidly. There is no shade or water on the crater floor, and temperatures can vary from 40-70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 30-50 degrees Fahrenheit at night, so pack plenty of water, sunscreen, and layers. If it is stormy, winds can exceed 80 miles per hour with temperatures dropping well below freezing. </p>

<p>Hiking trails may be steep. Terrain may include loose cinders and/or rocks. Change in altitude can be from a high of 9,780ft to a low of 6,380ft. Due to the soft sandy nature of the trails, plan on spending twice as much time to hike out as to hike in. </p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (808) 572-4400.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Visitor cabins are located near the wilderness tent areas. A wilderness tent permit does not grant access to any wilderness cabin within the crater and vice versa. Wilderness tent sites can be reserved through rec.gov.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>Reservations are non-transferable. </p>
<p>1) Cancellations prior to 14 days---$10.00 charge + partial refund<br>2) Cancellations within 14 days of arrival---No refund<br>3)  $10.00 change fee per reservation night prior to 7 days. No changes within 7 days (not counting arrival day)</p>

A separate park entrance fee, valid for three days, is required. The park
honors interagency passes.

Wilderness cabins are located in the crater of Haleakalā National Park.

view of crater, orange and black cinder hills with clouds and a low rainbow

view from above of cabin against a sloping cliff, fog drifting in the background

Travel to any of the wilderness cabins requires preparation and planning! Visit https://www.nps.gov/hale/planyourvisit/wilderness-cabins.htm

backpacker hikes between cinder hills

tan cabin with lush greenery surrounding with tall cliff in background

brown wood cabin at the base of tall, rocky, green cliff

Kapalaoa cabin is reached via a roughly 6 mile hike from Keoneheʻeheʻe or sliding sands trailhead.

backpacker walks up to cabin at the base of a hill

Each cabin is equipped with 12 padded bunks, one long dining table, and a system of lockers for assignment of wood. Not pictured in the kitchen: wood stove, propane stove, and sink.

interior view of cabin showing stacked bunks, table, and lockers.

Hōlua cabin is reached via a 4 mile hike from the Halemauʻu Trailhead.

view of cabin surrounded by grass and tall cliff behind

Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits)

## Overview

There are two primitive wilderness tent areas which are accessible only by
trail, Hōlua and Palikū. Backcountry users must plan to enter the park
entrance for their stay no earlier than 7 am unless they have also obtained a
sunrise reservation granting access to the park between 3 and 7 am. Sunrise
reservations can be made on recreation.gov.

Hōlua, the wilderness tent area reached by the shortest hike, lies at 6,940 ft
(2,115m) in the shrubland near Koʻolau Gap. Hōlua is 3.7 mi (6 km) one way
down the Halemauʻu trail or 7.4 mi one way (12km) from the Keoneheʻeheʻe
(sliding sands) trailhead. Visitors staying at Hōlua can enjoy day hikes
further into the crater. The landscape around Hōlua supports a native
shrubland which colonizes the lava flows.

At 6,380 ft (1,945m), Palikū is on the east end of the wilderness valley at
the base of a rain forest cliff. This wilderness tent area is reached via a
strenuous 9.3 mi (15km) one way hike on the Keoneheʻeheʻe (sliding sands)
Trail or 10.4 mi (17km) one way hike on the Halemauʻu Trail. Clouds and fog
often roll over the top of the cliffs behind Palikū, and rain is common. The
extra moisture makes this spot exceptionally cool and lush.

## Recreation

Both tent areas are wonderful opportunities for night sky viewing in what's
considered one of the quietest natural places on earth! Campers may even come
across native species such as the Nēnē (Hawaiian goose). Please remember to
keep your distance from any wildlife and refrain from freeding them.

From both Hōlua and Palikū campsites, campers have the option to day hike on
trail through the crater. Locations to enjoy from Hōlua may be the Silversword
loop or the loop around Halaliʻi cinder cone. Locations to enjoy from Palikū
may be a loop hike toward Kapaloa or toward Kaupo Gap and back. Visit
https://www.nps.gov/hale/planyourvisit/maps.htm to plan your day hikes from
either campsite. Please stay on designated trails throughout your crater
journey and pack out everything with you!

## Facilities

Both wilderness tent areas have 4 designated individual tent sites (5 people,
2 tents maximum) and 1 group site (10 people, 4 tents maximum). One pit toilet
is located nearby in both wilderness tent areas. A non-potable water spigot is
located outside of the wilderness visitor cabins adjacent to the wilderness
tent areas.

## Natural Features

Sites are located inside Haleakalā crater and involve a strenuous hike.
Campers should prepare for hot, sunny, cold, wet, and windy conditions as
weather can change rapidly. There is no shade or water on the crater floor,
and temperatures can vary from 40-70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and
30-50 degrees Fahrenheit at night, so pack plenty of water, sunscreen, and
layers. If it is stormy, winds can exceed 80 miles per hour with temperatures
dropping well below freezing.

Hiking trails may be steep. Terrain may include loose cinders and/or rocks.
Change in altitude can be from a high of 9,780ft to a low of 6,380ft. Due to
the soft sandy nature of the trails, plan on spending twice as much time to
hike out as to hike in.

## Nearby Attractions

Campsites are located near the wilderness visitor cabins. A wilderness tent
permit does not grant access to any wilderness cabin within the crater.
Wilderness cabins can be reserved through rec.gov.

## Contact Info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (808) 572-4400 for general
information.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Do not print your permit until you have confirmed you will be completing
your backcountry trip. Once the permit has been printed you can not cancel or
modify the reservation.**

**Changes/Modifications**

  * Changes may be made prior to the day the reservation begins.
  * If a customer wants to switch dates that are entirely outside of the original reservation dates, there is a $10 change fee.
  * There is no change fee if a customer extends or shortens a reservation, as long as the change includes dates from the original reservation. 
  * If a reservation is made that includes dates beyond the maximum booking window, that reservation cannot be changed until 18 days have passed from the original booking date.

**Cancellations**

  * Customers may cancel their reservation prior to day of arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 cancellation fee will be withheld from any refund due back the customer. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation (see below).

**Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window**

  * A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will have a $10.00 cancellation fee withheld from their refund AND will forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>There are two primitive wilderness tent areas which are accessible only by trail, Hōlua and Palikū. Backcountry users must plan to enter the park entrance for their stay no earlier than 7 am unless they have also obtained a sunrise reservation granting access to the park between 3 and 7 am. Sunrise reservations can be made on recreation.gov.</p>
<p>Hōlua, the wilderness tent area reached by the shortest hike, lies at 6,940 ft (2,115m) in the shrubland near Koʻolau Gap. Hōlua is 3.7 mi (6 km) one way down the Halemauʻu trail or 7.4 mi one way (12km) from the Keoneheʻeheʻe (sliding sands) trailhead. Visitors staying at Hōlua can enjoy day hikes further into the crater. The landscape around Hōlua supports a native shrubland which colonizes the lava flows. </p>
<p>At 6,380 ft (1,945m), Palikū is on the east end of the wilderness valley at the base of a rain forest cliff. This wilderness tent area is reached via a strenuous 9.3 mi (15km) one way hike on the Keoneheʻeheʻe (sliding sands) Trail or 10.4 mi (17km) one way hike on the Halemauʻu Trail. Clouds and fog often roll over the top of the cliffs behind Palikū, and rain is common. The extra moisture makes this spot exceptionally cool and lush.  </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Both tent areas are wonderful opportunities for night sky viewing in what's considered one of the quietest natural places on earth! Campers may even come across native species such as the Nēnē (Hawaiian goose). Please remember to keep your distance from any wildlife and refrain from freeding them. </p>
<p>From both Hōlua and Palikū campsites, campers have the option to day hike on trail through the crater. Locations to enjoy from Hōlua may be the Silversword loop or the loop around Halaliʻi cinder cone. Locations to enjoy from Palikū may be a loop hike toward Kapaloa or toward Kaupo Gap and back.  Visit https://www.nps.gov/hale/planyourvisit/maps.htm to plan your day hikes from either campsite. Please stay on designated trails throughout your crater journey and pack out everything with you!</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Both wilderness tent areas have 4 designated individual tent sites (5 people, 2 tents maximum) and 1 group site (10 people, 4 tents maximum). One pit toilet is located nearby in both wilderness tent areas. A non-potable water spigot is located outside of the wilderness visitor cabins adjacent to the wilderness tent areas.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Sites are located inside Haleakalā crater and involve a strenuous hike. Campers should prepare for hot, sunny, cold, wet, and windy conditions as weather can change rapidly. There is no shade or water on the crater floor, and temperatures can vary from 40-70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 30-50 degrees Fahrenheit at night, so pack plenty of water, sunscreen, and layers. If it is stormy, winds can exceed 80 miles per hour with temperatures dropping well below freezing. </p>
<p>Hiking trails may be steep. Terrain may include loose cinders and/or rocks. Change in altitude can be from a high of 9,780ft to a low of 6,380ft. Due to the soft sandy nature of the trails, plan on spending twice as much time to hike out as to hike in. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Campsites are located near the wilderness visitor cabins. A wilderness tent permit does not grant access to any wilderness cabin within the crater. Wilderness cabins can be reserved through rec.gov.</p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location has limited staffing. Please call (808) 572-4400 for general information.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Do not print your permit until you have confirmed you will be completing your backcountry trip. Once the permit has been printed you can not cancel or modify the reservation.</strong></p>

<p><strong>Changes/Modifications</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Changes may be made prior to the day the reservation begins.</li>
<li>If a customer wants to switch dates that are entirely outside of the original reservation dates, there is a $10 change fee.</li>
<li>There is no change fee if a customer extends or shortens a reservation, as long as the change includes dates from the original reservation. </li>
<li>If a reservation is made that includes dates beyond the maximum booking window, that reservation cannot be changed until 18 days have passed from the original booking date.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Cancellations</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Customers may cancel their reservation prior to day of arrival both on-line and through the call center. A $10 cancellation fee will be withheld from any refund due back the customer. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation (see below).</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Late Cancellations or Cancellations within the Cut-off Window</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will have a $10.00 cancellation fee withheld from their refund AND will forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee.</li>
</ul>

Wilderness Tent Sites are open year round. Reservations are required through
recreation.gov prior to arrival.

**Camping Use Fee:** $20 per night with a 3 night maximum over a 30-day
period.

**Entrance Fee:** Haleakala charges an entrance fee (separate from the camping
use fee). You may pay the fee upon arrival at the entrance station or
automated fee machine or purchase in advance. The park also honors valid
America the Beautiful-the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands passes
(also known as an interagency pass, e.g., Senior, 4th Grade, Military, etc.).

Sign in to your Recreation.gov Account or the mobile app to make any changes
or cancellations to your reservation. Please remember that campsites are in
high-demand. Make changes as far in advance as possible. If you decide not to
make the trip, please cancel so that others may use the campsites.

Hiking into the crater, you may experience a change in elevation from a high of 9,780 ft to a low of 6,380 ft! Due to the soft sandy nature of the trails, plan on spending twice as much time to hike out as to hike in.

color cinders within a crater and mountain in the distance

tall cliffs overlook tent site with orange tent and camper

tall cliffs overlook tent site with orange tent and one camper

Tent sites are designated with posts and directions

grassy field with tent stake

Conditions at Hōlua campground can vary from sunny and warm to misty and cool quickly!

orange tent in dirt patch with foggy cliff

Two backpackers pack up their camp at Hōlua tent site 1.

two campers pack up their camp with tent among grass and lava field

Backpackers hike nearly 9 miles to Palikū tent site area.

two backpackers walk a narrow trail surrounded by lush greenery and mountain and clouds in distance

Haleakalā National Park (Wilderness Tent Permit)

## Overview

Each campsite allows a maximum of one vehicle in designated parking spaces
with one additional vehicle allowed in overflow parking. Each campsite has one
picnic table and a grill (bring charcoal, no wood collecting permitted).
Contained camp stoves are allowed. These campsites are for tents only –
Camping trailers or pop-up campers permitted only in allowed parking spaces
with reservation, which allows use of campsite picnic table and grill. . The
use of hammocks is considered a camping style and will be permitted, but
limited to trees more than 10 inches in diameter with adequate padding and
within the footprint of the campsite. No more than two attachments to any
single tree. Temporary slacklines will also be permitted under the same
conditions as hammocks provided they do not create any other safety hazard.
There are no showers or electrical outlets. There is a water station and vault
toilets. Pets are not permitted in or around campsite facilities. Camping is
limited to 3 nights in any 30-day period. Quiet hours are 10 pm to 8 am. Check
out time is 11 am.

## Recreation

Hikers will find more than 30 miles of trails that journey down into the
crater for exploring its many features. There is no shade or water on the
crater floor, and temperatures can vary significantly, so pack along plenty of
water and sunscreen. Also, due to the soft sandy nature of the trails, plan on
spending twice as much time to hike out as to hike in. A self-guided trail
begins at the Hosmer Grove campground and ends at the campground. If you are a
bird watcher the early dawn is great viewing of the many native birds in the
area, making this a beautiful early morning hike.

## Facilities

Each campsite has one picnic table and a grill (bring charcoal, no wood
collecting permitted). Contained camp stoves are allowed. There are no showers
or electrical outlets. There is a water station and vault toilets. . The use
of hammocks is considered a camping style and will be permitted, but limited
to trees more than 10 inches in diameter with adequate padding and within the
footprint of the campsite. No more than two attachments to any single tree.
Temporary slacklines will also be permitted under the same conditions as
hammocks provided they do not create any other safety hazard.

## Natural Features

Located in the Summit District of Haleakala National Park, high on the slopes
of Haleakala at nearly 7000 ft in elevation. Be prepared for rain and cold
weather. Nighttime temperatures can drop to near freezing in the winter.
Daytime temperatures range from 50 degrees to 65 degrees F. Temperatures are
comfortable in the summer, but be prepared for rain at any time. A self-guided
trail begins and ends at the campground. The forest comes to life in the early
dawn with the many native birds in the area, making this a beautiful early
morning hike.

Enjoy the sunrise at the Summit of Haleakala.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (808) 572-4400.

## Nearby Attractions

A Visitor center is located a short distance up the summit road. Additional
hiking information is available at the visitor center where you will find an
array of displays with Rangers to speak with. Junior Ranger program available
for families with young children. Public flush toilets are located at the
visitor center. A second visitor center is located at the rim of the volcano.

Grocery stores and shopping are located in Pukalani or historic Makawao town.
These are at least a 45 minute drive back down the road towards the Kahului
airport.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Each campsite allows a maximum of one vehicle in designated parking spaces with one additional vehicle allowed in overflow parking.  Each campsite has one picnic table and a grill (bring charcoal, no wood collecting permitted).   Contained camp stoves are allowed. These campsites are for tents only – Camping trailers or pop-up campers permitted only in allowed parking spaces with reservation, which allows use of campsite picnic table and grill.  . The use of hammocks is considered a camping style and will be permitted, but limited to trees more than 10 inches in diameter with adequate padding and within the footprint of the campsite. No more than two attachments to any single tree. Temporary slacklines will also be permitted under the same conditions as hammocks provided they do not create any other safety hazard. There are no showers or electrical outlets.  There is a water station and vault toilets.  Pets are not permitted in or around campsite facilities.  Camping is limited to 3 nights in any 30-day period.  Quiet hours are 10 pm to 8 am. Check out time is 11 am.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Hikers will find more than 30 miles of trails that journey down into the crater for exploring its many features.  There is no shade or water on the crater floor, and temperatures can vary significantly, so pack along plenty of water and sunscreen.  Also, due to the soft sandy nature of the trails, plan on spending twice as much time to hike out as to hike in.  A self-guided trail begins at the Hosmer Grove campground and ends at the campground.  If you are a bird watcher  the early dawn is great viewing of the many native birds in the area, making this a beautiful early morning hike.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Each campsite has one picnic table and a grill (bring charcoal, no wood collecting permitted).   Contained camp stoves are allowed.  There are no showers or electrical outlets.  There is a water station and vault toilets.  . The use of hammocks is considered a camping style and will be permitted, but limited to trees more than 10 inches in diameter with adequate padding and within the footprint of the campsite. No more than two attachments to any single tree. Temporary slacklines will also be permitted under the same conditions as hammocks provided they do not create any other safety hazard.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Located in the Summit District of Haleakala National Park, high on the slopes of Haleakala at nearly 7000 ft in elevation.  Be prepared for rain and cold weather.  Nighttime temperatures can drop to near freezing in the winter. Daytime temperatures range from 50 degrees to 65 degrees F. Temperatures are comfortable in the summer, but be prepared for rain at any time. A self-guided trail begins and ends at the campground.  The forest comes to life in the early dawn with the many native birds in the area, making this a beautiful early morning hike.</p>
<p>Enjoy the sunrise at the Summit of Haleakala.</p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (808) 572-4400.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>A Visitor center is located a short distance up the summit road.  Additional hiking information is available at the visitor center where you will find an array of displays with Rangers to speak with.  Junior Ranger program available for families with young children.  Public flush toilets are located at the visitor center.  A second visitor center is located at the rim of the volcano.</p>
<p>Grocery stores and shopping are located in Pukalani or historic Makawao town.  These are at least a 45 minute drive back down the road towards the Kahului airport.</p>

Camping is year round unless otherwise stated for emergencies.

Camping is $5 per night with a 3 night maximum over a 30-day period. Entrance
fees of $30 per vehicle are to be paid when entering the Park. If you own a
valid National Park pass please show to our fee collectors upon entrance.
These passes can be used at entrance in lieu of the $30 fee. Sunrise
reservation at the Summit of Haleakala is included with the first morning of
your campground dates reserved.

There are no refunds for camping fees. Any changes to your camping dates must
be made through recreation.gov  
in advance.

Water spigot

Beautiful views of the slopes of Haleakala

Hosmer Grove

Sheltered picnic area

Campground area

Campground trail

Information

Vault toilets

Tents

Hosmer Grove Campground

## Overview

Main Campground:

Two comfort stations provide two vault toilets each (4 total). No water or
showers available. No electrical outlets. Pets are allowed on a leash no
longer than six feet and hiking in the park with pets is allowed only on the
roads and within the designated campground boundaries. Quiet hours are 10 pm
to 8 am. Camping is limited to 3 nights in any 30-day period.

## Recreation

Hiking is the major attraction for the Kipahulu District of the Park. The
campground overlooks ocean cliffs and is a short walk to ‘Ohe’o Gulch and
Kuloa Point along the Coastline Trail. The Kuloa Point Loop Trail loops around
and leads to the Pipi Wai trail which goes across the road and will go through
a dense bamboo forest with views of Makahiku Falls and Waimoku Falls. The hike
is a nature trail with a boardwalk going through the bamboo forest. The hike
is 2 miles one-way and takes approximately 2 and1/2 hours to complete, taking
your time to enjoy the scenery. Make sure to pack plenty of water and be
prepared for rain at any time. Please keep in mind, these waterfalls are for
viewing only. Adhere to all signs and be safe on your hike. Venturing off
trails can lead to unwanted accidents. Junior Ranger programs are available
for young children. Join our Rangers at the Visitor Center for information.

## Facilities

Two comfort stations provide two vault toilets each (4 total). No water or
showers available. No electrical outlets. The Visitor Center is open daily and
has historical displays as well as a small gift store. A comfort station is
located outside of the Visitor Center with a water station and flush toilets.
There are no water spigots for foot washing.

## Natural Features

The campground is located in an open field area overlooking the ocean. The
area is rocky coastline and is a short walk to ‘Ohe’o Gulch and Kuloa Point
along the Coastline Trail. There are no beaches located at this campground.
Pools and falls are inaccessible for swimming.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (808) 572-4400.

## Nearby Attractions

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Main Campground:</p>
<p>Two comfort stations provide two vault toilets each (4 total).  No water or showers available. No electrical outlets. Pets are allowed on a leash no longer than six feet and hiking in the park with pets is allowed only on the roads and within the designated campground boundaries.  Quiet hours are 10 pm to 8 am.  Camping is limited to 3 nights in any 30-day period.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p> Hiking is the major attraction for the Kipahulu District of the Park.  The campground overlooks ocean cliffs and is a short walk to ‘Ohe’o Gulch and Kuloa Point along the Coastline Trail. The Kuloa Point Loop Trail loops around and leads to the Pipi Wai trail which goes across the road and will go through a dense bamboo forest with views of Makahiku Falls and Waimoku Falls. The hike is a nature trail with a boardwalk going through the bamboo forest.  The hike is 2 miles one-way and takes approximately 2 and1/2 hours to complete, taking your time to enjoy the scenery.  Make sure to pack plenty of water and be prepared for rain at any time.  Please keep in mind, these waterfalls are for viewing only.  Adhere to all signs and be safe on your hike.  Venturing off trails can lead to unwanted accidents.  Junior Ranger programs are available for young children.  Join our Rangers at the Visitor Center for information.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p> Two comfort stations provide two vault toilets each (4 total).  No water or showers available. No electrical outlets. The Visitor Center is open daily and has historical displays as well as a small gift store.   A comfort station is located outside of the Visitor Center with a water station and flush toilets. There are no water spigots for foot washing.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The campground is located in an open field area overlooking the ocean. The area is rocky coastline and is a short walk to ‘Ohe’o Gulch and Kuloa Point along the Coastline Trail.   There are no beaches located at this campground. Pools and falls are inaccessible for swimming.</p>
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (808) 572-4400.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>

There is a campsite fee of $20 per night. Campers may reserve a maximum of 3
nights per campsite. The National Park entrance fee is not included in the
campsite reservation. Upon arrival, please pay an entrance fee of 30$ at the
entrance station or automated fee machine. A Valid National Park Pass is
accepted in lieu of the $30 entrance fee and may be applied while reserving a
campsite.

Visit www.rec.gov to make any changes or cancellations to the reservation.
Modifications to reservations may result in additional charges.

A No Show Fee and additional charges may apply if a reservation is not
canceled and or the camper does not check in with the entrance station staff.

Kipahulu Campground is a year round campground. Reservations are required
through Rec.gov prior to arrival.

**After hour arrivals/Late Check Ins:** Please follow the directions posted on
the white sign upon arrival at the entrance station.

Potable water is available, but no showers. Water not accessible at the campground.

Visitor Center Comfort Station

This display board will have useful information to navigate the trails. Additional information includes fishing guidelines and constellation maps.

General Information

Pass through the pay station to the campground

Entrance Pay Station

Some campsites have some great shade trees

Shade trees

There is no running water in the campground comfort stations. Potable water is located near the visitor center.

Comfort station 1

Campground

Campground view

Follow the signs to the right for the campground

Campground signs

Kipahulu campground, take care of your site and no fires

Entering the campground

Signage located near the entrance to help you navigate the park.

Signs to Visitor Center and trails

Please drop off the vehicle tag here if the entrance station is closed. We will check you out properly once you return it.

Check out Drop Box

If you arrive after the entrance station is closed, follow the information on the white display board to check in. Please visit the entrance station ranger before 11am the next day to confirm your arrival.

Late Arrivals

Stop and check in with the entrance station staff. If you arrive after the station is closed, follow the information on the white display board located near the automated fee machine.

Check In with the Fee Team!

Second comfort station located near the back of the campground loop.

Comfort station 2

The recycling and waste bins are located in the middle of the campground. Please help our sanitation and maintenance crew keep our campsites trash-free.

Recycling and Waste

Kipahulu Campground 
Campsites 1-15 and Campsite 21 are located in the main campground loop accessible to vehicle. Grill provided. Groundfires prohibited.
Campsites 16-20 are located on the coastline inaccessible to vehicle. Propane stove required. Charcoal/firewood grills and groundfires prohibited. Distance estimated from campsites is 100-300 feet.

Kipahulu Campground

This display board will have useful information to navigate the trails. Additional information includes fishing regulations and constellation maps. Walkway to Campsites 16 and 17 located in the back of the display board.

Parking Area for coastline campsites 18-20. Distance range 300 feet from campsites. Pathway located on the left side of the parking area. Map to campsites posted on parking sign.

Access to Campsites 18-20

Pathway to Campsites 16 and 17. Distance of 100 feet from the parking area. Display board for information and fishing regulations.

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