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Night Sky Photography Workshop at Haleakalā

A free night sky photography workshop will be held by astrophotographer Stan Honda at the Haleakalā National Park Visitor Center on March 23, 2019 at 5 p.m. 

National Park Service to Discuss Kīpahulu Plan, Oct. 15

The public is invited to a meeting to learn about actions proposed in the recently released Kīpahulu Comprehensive Plan and Environmental Assessment.  The meeting will take place on Monday, Oct. 15, 2018, 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the Kīpahulu District Visitor Center.

National Park Releases Kīpahulu EA for Public Review

The purpose of the plan is to improve visitor access to and enjoyment of the Kīpahulu District of Haleakalā National Park while reducing visitor-caused impacts to the park’s resources; to improve safety; and to ensure adequate operational capacity and facilities given the area’s remote location.

Free Admission During Four-Day Haleakalā Park Centennial

Haleakalā National Park will waive entrance fees from Thursday, Aug. 25 to Sunday, Aug. 28, 2016, as the National Park Service marks its Centennial birthday.

Stamp Depicting Haleakalā National Park is Dedicated

The Forever Stamp depicting Maui’s famed Haleakalā National Park was unveiled today during a dedicated ceremony at the Makawao Post Office.

First-Ever Maui Stamp to be Unveiled

Maui’s first-ever stamp will depict the famed Haleakalā National Park, featuring an image of a rainbow within the crater, by Seattle photographer Kevin Ebi.

Headquarters Visitor Center to Re-open After 5 Month Closure

The building was originally scheduled for a two-month closure; however, during the renovations, a storm blew off the temporary roof and caused extensive flooding inside the building, resulting in numerous additional repairs.

Temporary Water Unavailability in Kīpahulu District of Haleakalā NP

Officials at the Kīpahulu District of Haleakalā National Park say there will be very limited water available for drinking over the next two weeks while water pumps are replaced.

Haleakalā Headquarters Visitor Center to Close for Two Months

The Headquarters Visitor Center at Haleakalā National Park will close for two months while repairs are made to the structure, roof and entrance.

Haleakalā’s Holua Area to Close Overnight for Ant Control

Haleakalā National Park ‘s Holua backcountry area will close from the evening of July 16 through late afternoon on July 17 so park biologists can control non-native Argentine ants.

Free Admission to Haleakalā National Park on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Haleakalā National Park will waive entrance fees for all park visitors to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 19, 2015.

UPDATE: Haleakalā Summit Remains Closed Due to Ice, Debris, No Power

Due to heavy ice on Haleakalā’s summit park road, road debris, and lack of power, the Summit District remains closed until further notice. Kipahulu District is open but there are many downed trees and rocks on Hāna Highway. The pools are closed due to high water.

Haleakalā Celebrates National Park Week

The park is offering free admission Monday through Friday in observance of the week-long event. Free programs are also being offered in both the Summit and Kīpahulu Districts.