Haleakalā National Park commemorates Wilderness Month and the 60th anniversary of the Wilderness Act

Haleakalā National Park celebrates National Wilderness Month in September, and commemorates the 60th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act.

The Wilderness Act was passed in 1964, signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson. This Act established the National Wilderness Preservation System “…for the permanent good of the whole people.” Today, Haleakalā National Park preserves 24,719 acres of Congressionally designated wilderness.

“The Wilderness Act is the highest level of preservation and protection for public lands,” said Superintendent Natalie Gates. “This protection preserves the culturally significant sacred places and natural beauty from the Summit to Kipahulu.”

Haleakalā National Park is one of 63 National Park sites nationwide and one of only two Hawaiian national parks with designated wilderness. Through the passage of this Act the park continues to educate and inspire visitors and locals alike on the wonders this park has to offer.

For more information on Haleakalā National Park visit nps.gov/hale.