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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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August 23, 2022 Stayed at: Hōlua 3, Loop: Hōlua
Actually I did the in-and-out trip (summit down to Holua campsite in the afternoon, back to the summit the next morning). My backpack was quite heavy since I had a tent and almost 2 gallons of water with me.
The way back (about 3 ft) was obviously strenuous, but I made it in 4 hrs.
All in all a great experience, highly recommended!
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August 24, 2022 Stayed at: Palikū 4, Loop: Palikū
It was one of the prettiest camp sites I have ever been to!
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August 26, 2022 Stayed at: Hōlua 1, Loop: Hōlua
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August 26, 2022 Stayed at: Hōlua 4, Loop: Hōlua
Haleakala is the best hiking/camping I've ever done - this time, camped at Holua one night, and camped out in the van another night.
All the stars came out at night, and sunrises and sunsets above the clouds are spectacular.
Next time, I think the *right* way to do it would be:
1) Summit to Paliku (via Sliding Sands)
2) Paliku to Holua
3) Holua to Hosmer Grove (via switchbacks and supply trail)
Holua Campground was fine (sites are a little close given how big the park is)- and filterable water from a spigot and well demarcated trails are a plus.
Maybe it's a hypoxic high, but I'm hooked. Closest I'll get to being on the surface of mars or the moon. You can really lose yourself in the enormity of the crater.
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September 3, 2022 Stayed at: Hōlua 4, Loop: Hōlua
Once in a lifetime experience, truly a special and rewarding hike. Clearly marked signs and as always do your homework before you go and LNT. Will definitely look into the further out campsites if we are able to travel back again!
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September 10, 2022 Stayed at: Palikū 3, Loop: Palikū
I don‘t understand why all sites are fully booked out but in reality (3 occasions) they are half empty.
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September 11, 2022 Stayed at: Hōlua 3, Loop: Hōlua
Rangers were extremely helpful and courteous.
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September 19, 2022 Stayed at: Palikū 4, Loop: Palikū
Amazing experience, especially for my first through-hike (parked at the trailhead and hitchhiked to the top of Sliding Sands). The campground was so peaceful. Only one campsite was marked, but like campers and adventurers do, we all just set up camp individually in the spots. I started hiking out with a headlamp at sunrise and had to turn around many times to take in the beauty. So many temperature changes... so many diverse ecosystems... so many challenges... so worth it!
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September 22, 2022 Stayed at: Hōlua 2, Loop: Hōlua
Mind blowing trail, very well maintained. Easy to get around and get the directions. It was easy to find the campground although quite difficult to find the holua 2 site. Otherwise the location and experience is incredible. 200% recommend. When we looked at the reservations everything seemed booked but at the end we were the only one to camp that night! Bring warm clothes, night gets humid cold.
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September 24, 2022 Stayed at: Hōlua 2, Loop: Hōlua
Amazing trip into the crater. The micro-climates, views and colors are spectacular. Weather changes drastically, come prepared for rain and cold followed by hot searing sun. The night skies are incomparable.
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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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