We’ll walk you through how to make that decision and some tips for going at either time. The cost for a sunrise viewing reservation is $1.00 per vehicle Plan your visit to haleakala national park—sunrise permits, best hikes, fees, weather, driving times, and insider tips for a safe, respectful trip.
Haleakala Volcano Sunrise
Haleakala sunrise and sunset times calendar, viewing tips, and how to choose whether sunrise or sunset viewing is best for you
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At 10,023 feet above sea level, this sacred shield volcano offers a surreal, otherworldly spectacle as the sun rises above a sea of clouds, casting molten hues across the crater floor But sunrise isn’t the only time to explore this incredible national park Haleakala national park alerts & conditions (as of september 18th, 2025) the summit district of haleakalā national park from the entrance to the summit at 10,023 feet is always open with advanced haleakalā sunrise reservations required from 3 am to 7 am hst
