Haleakala National Park
Haleakalā National Park is located on the island of Maui in Hawaii and covers over 30,000 acres. It is home to the massive Haleakalā shield volcano, which last erupted around 1790. The park features a unique and diverse landscape, including cinder cones, volcanic craters, desert valleys, and lush forests. Visitors to the park can hike through these diverse environments, stargaze from the summit of the volcano, and learn about the area’s geology, ecology, and cultural history. The park is also home to many endemic species of plants like the silverswords, making it a destination for both recreational visitors and scientists.
Popular activities in the park include hiking into the crater, camping, wildlife viewing, and watching the sunrise at the volcano summit.
VISIT Haleakala National Park:
Park Details
Haleakala National Park was established in .
| Address | |
|---|---|
| Phone | 808-572-4400 |
| Hours | Open 24 hours a day, all year |
| Entrance Fee | $30 per vehicle, valid for 3 days |
When to Visit: Weather vs. Peak Visitation
The weather in Haleakalā National Park on the island of Maui in Hawaii varies depending on elevation. At the park's summit, where the Haleakalā volcano is located, temperatures can range from 40-60°F (4-16°C) and can be much colder than at sea level. The summit is also often windy and can be cloudy or foggy, so visitors should come prepared with warm clothing and gear. At lower elevations, temperatures are warmer and more moderate, ranging from 60-80°F (15-27°C). The park receives most of its rainfall in the winter months, but conditions can be unpredictable, so visitors should be prepared for changing weather conditions at any time of year. Despite these conditions, the park is open year-round and offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation and exploration.
Using Historical Data to Predict
We crunched 30 years of historical weather and/or park service data to find the best months to visit Haleakala National Park. We looked for the optimal temperatures, the least amount of snow and rain, and stayed away from peak visitation months if we could help it. All this data then helped us paint a picture as to what the absolute best time to visit Haleakala National Park is.
Our data shows the best months to visit Haleakala National Park are April, May, June & July.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Visits | 46,112 | 51,021 | 51,871 | 63,781 | 79,469 | 89,207 | 89,064 | 79,648 | 79,339 | 74,933 | 72,249 | 76,487 |
| Precipitation | 59 | 61 | 60 | 25 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 16 | 23 | 21 | 75 | 68 |
| Avg Temp | 74 | 74 | 74 | 75 | 78 | 79 | 80 | 81 | 80 | 79 | 77 | 74 |
| Max Temp | 78 | 78 | 79 | 79 | 82 | 82 | 84 | 84 | 83 | 83 | 81 | 78 |
| Avg Temp | 58 | 57 | 57 | 58 | 59 | 59 | 60 | 61 | 62 | 61 | 61 | 58 |
| Min Temp | 50 | 49 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 55 | 56 | 57 | 58 | 56 | 55 | 51 |
Haleakala National Park Road Trips
Many family vacations consist of stringing one or more national parks together during a week-long trip. Creating these types of trips is our specialty! Here are the road trips we've created where Haleakala National Park is visited.
| Trip Name | Trip Miles | Trip Days |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii National Park Itinerary | 160 | 8 |
Other Nearby National Park Sites
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