#HALEAKALA SUNRISE HOW TO#

Predictably, reactions to the NPS’s Haleakala parking permit system were mixed. This provision originally was protected under the American Indian Religious Freedom Act. What’s more, the FAQ indicates that all fees-including entrance fees-are waived for Native Hawaiians who wish to conduct traditional cultural practices at sunrise or any other time of day. It also notes that due to limited parking, visitors without sunrise-viewing reservations will have to wait until after 7 a.m., at which time they can visit the summit without paying the $1.00 fee.

The rules in fine printĪ FAQ document released by the park service indicates that there are no refunds due to inclement weather or change of plans and that vehicles parked without a permit between 3 and 7 a.m. In an article on Maui Now, a local news site, park representatives said the online reservation system is being implemented to ensure visitor and employee safety, protect natural and cultural resources, and provide a quality visitor experience at the summit. Reservations are not transferable and must be used on the date specified at purchase. During the aforementioned time of day, visitors with sunrise reservations must show a paper copy of their reservation as well as their photo ID. The permits are sold online only (at ) and can be purchased up to 60 days in advance. In addition to the park’s entrance fee of $30 per car (which visitors pay with credit cards upon arrival at the summit or Kipahulu entrance stations), parking reservations for summit spots cost $1.00 per car during sunrise hours.

#HALEAKALA SUNRISE HOW TO#

How to make a sunrise-viewing reservation

Haleakala sunrise