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Haleakalā National Park offers stunning and diverse landscapes, making it a memorable destination for backpackers and nature lovers. Reviewers praised the well-maintained trails, breathtaking views, and the unique experience of camping in the crater, particularly at the Paliku and Holua campsites. While some noted challenges such as weather conditions, campsite maintenance issues, and the need for better signage, the overall experience was described as incredible, with many recommending it as a must-do for hikers.
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July 7, 2026 Stayed at: Palikū 3, Loop: Palikū
We backpacked with our kids down the otherworldly Sliding Sands trail and spent two nights in the Martian landscape of the crater. Amazing, beautiful, thank you so much for keeping these places what they are - a treasure!
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July 9, 2026 Stayed at: Palikū 2, Loop: Palikū
Amazing experience backpacking inside Haleakala Crater with the most beautiful campsite at Paliku.
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July 11, 2026 Stayed at: Hōlua 1, Loop: Hōlua
Incredible experience. The sites and trails were maintained very well and everything was clearly marked. First time doing the hike but definitely not the last!
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August 3, 2026 Stayed at: Hōlua 3, Loop: Hōlua
Amazing and varied landscapes.
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September 7, 2026 Stayed at: Palikū 5 (Group), Loop: Palikū
Nicely maintained trails, good signage. Paliku is beautiful, but be prepared for rain even if little or none is in the forecast. We hiked about a mile on Kaupo Trail and saw ocean views, but it didn't seem like it would be worth it to keep going, so we turned back.
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September 20, 2026 Stayed at: Palikū 1, Loop: Palikū
The otherworldly environment is spectacular and the palikū campsite is amongst the most beautiful campsites we’ve ever been!
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September 22, 2026 Stayed at: Hōlua 2, Loop: Hōlua
It is difficult to put into words how beautiful the scenery and stars were.
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Po Box 369, Makawao, HI 96768 United States
Elevation: 2,131 ft
For maps of the island and the park visit https://www.nps.gov/hale/planyourvisit/maps.htm
To the Summit District of Haleakalā National Park: There are brown information signs along the way. From Kahului, take Hana Highway (SR36) and travel 2 mi (...
For maps of the island and the park visit https://www.nps.gov/hale/planyourvisit/maps.htm
To the Summit District of Haleakalā National Park: There are brown information signs along the way. From Kahului, take Hana Highway (SR36) and travel 2 mi (toward Hana). Turn right onto Haleakalā Highway (SR37) and travel for 7.8 mi. Turn left onto State Highway 377 and travel for 6 mi. Turn left onto Crater Road (large brown wooden Haleakalā NP sign mounted in median) and travel for 1.2 mi. Continue on Crater Road for 9.9 mi to arrive at the park boundary/entrance station. The summit of Haleakalā (elevation 10 ft 3055m) is 11 mi further and about an additional 30-minute drive, beyond the entrance station.
To Headquarters Visitor Center: The Headquarters visitor center will be the first building on the right hand side of the road past the entrance station. Here you can use flush toilets and fill up on water prior to starting your hike.
To Halemauʻu Trailhead: From the Headquarters visitor center, continue up 3 switchbacks to the first pull-off on the left hand side marked "Halemauʻu Trailhead". You may choose to begin your hike at this trailhead (3.7 mi (3.7 mi) one way to Hōlua; 10.4 mi (10.6 mi) one way to Palikū).
To Keoneheʻeheʻe (sliding sands) Trailhead: From the Headquarters visitor center, drive 11 mi up several switchbacks (about a 30 minute drive) to the Haleakalā Visitor Center parking lot. Once you enter the lot, the trailhead is on the right hand side. You may choose to being your hike at this trailhead (7.4 mi (7.5 mi) one way to Hōlua; 9.3 mi (9.3 mi) one way to Palikū).
Hōlua Campground is accessible via Hana Highway (SR36), Haleakalā Highway (SR37), and State Highway 377, all of which connect to the park and provide access to the surrounding areas.
The closest entrance is: Summit District Entrance Station
Approximate drive: 3.1 mi · 5 min
Last updated: November 4, 2026
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