Learn about Hawaiian culture, both past and present, when you visit this traditional hale. The Hale Hālāwai is a great place to view cultural practices, when available.
A covered shelter perfect for taking a break from the sun or rain or enjoying a picnic next to the quiet forest grove. A short 0.5 mile (0.8 km) loop trail through the surrounding forest and shrubland departs from this parking lot.
The Kalahaku Overlook features a 0.1 mile walk to a simple structure that provides a unique view of the Haleakalā crater. The overlook can be accessed via a sloped path that starts from the first parking lot, or via the stairs at the second parking lot.
Take a short, 0.3 mile (0.5 km) roundtrip walk to experience the native shrubland and catch a glimpse of the Haleakalā crater through the clouds. This rocky trail has a moderate elevation gain and leads to a partially enclosed shelter on the edge of the crater.
Drive to the highest point on Maui for 360 degree views of neighbor islands and ocean vistas. The observation deck can be accessed via a stairwell or an inclined path.
A short hike next to the Haleakalā Visitor Center allows you to see a different view of the crater and some cultural resources of the park. Though the trail is only 0.4 mile (.6 km) roundtrip, it gains 100 feet of elevation to the overlook.
