Halemau'u Trail
This information is a public record of the 1982 NRT application and may be out of date if it has not been updated by a trail manager --
check with the trail manager for updated details before visiting.
check with the trail manager for updated details before visiting.
Halemau'u Trail
National Park Service
Backcountry Trail
- Length
8.8 miles - Elevation Gain
-- - Route Type
out & back
The Halemau'u Trail covers 10 miles across Haleakala National Park on Maui to the Haleakala Crater, which is 2,600 feet deep. The Halemau'u Trail leads into the crater from the summit area and descends 1,400 feet over two miles of switchbacks.
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Halemau'u Trail at "Rainbow Bridge" on a clear day. To the left of the trail is the Ko'olau Gap; to the right of the trail is th. Photo by NPS, Forest and Kim Starr.
Location: In Haleakala NP, joins Halemau'u Parking to Paliku cabin.
- States: Hawaii
- Counties: Maui
The Halemau'u Trail covers 10 miles across Haleakala National Park on Maui to the Haleakala Crater, which is 2,600 feet deep. The Halemau'u Trail leads into the crater from the summit area and descends 1,400 feet over two miles of switchbacks. The summit of Haleakala volcano itself rises to 10,023 feet in elevation.
Accessibility Information
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Allowed Uses:
Hiking/WalkingPublic Contact
Peter KafkaHaleakala National Park
P.O. Box 369
Makawao, HI 96768
peter_kafka@nps.gov • (808) 572-4421
Contact the trail manager for current maps and visiting details.
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- Part of a Trail System? No
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- Tread Width (average): 42"
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- Certified as an NRT
Feb 4, 1982