Haleakala is an active, but not currently erupting, volcano
that last released its fury in 1790. Over 200 years later
the land surrounding the lava flow is still barren. The
summit rises 10,023 feet above sea level. The crater is
3,000 feet deep, 7.5 miles long and 2.5 miles wide - a total
of 22 miles in circumference.
One of the world's most spectacular views
is from the Haleakala summit. All of Maui is at your feet.
Pu'u o Maui, the tallest cinder cone in the crater, is 500
feet tall from the crater's floor.
The drive through upcountry Maui to Haleakala
is one of the most dramatic trips of a lifetime. Visitors
can see Haleakala on foot, bicycle, horseback, motorcycle,
or car. There are numerous guided hikes and tours offered
by the National Park rangers and private activity companies.
Useful Information:
Call for information and weather conditions before venturing
out - 808-871-5054
Park entrance admission: Vehicles, $10; Hikers and bikers,
$5
The drive to the summit takes approximately 2 ½ hours
Bring a jacket or sweater as temperatures at the summit
are cold.
Persons with respiratory or heart conditions should
consult with their physician before traveling to high
altitudes or attempt hiking there.
Useful Information cont.:
There are no gas stations or convenience stores on the
road to the summit - fill up the car with gas and bring
drinks and snacks
Halfway to the summit, a bank of clouds usually form
-- the summit usually rises above these clouds giving
you a clear view of the crater floor
The road to the top is winding - obey speed limit signs,
do not pass, watch out for cyclists
For additional information and photographs, see Haleakala
National Par
DIRECTIONS:
From Kahului Airport, go west on Highway 36 to the Haleakala
Highway (Highway 37). Turn right and follow the signs.
