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Haleakalā: tour or DIY?
Checked Oct 26, 2026 · Source: NPS
Haleakalā charges $30 per private vehicle, good for three days, according to the National Park Service (checked Oct 26, 2026). The $80 America the Beautiful pass beats paying at the gate after 3 visits. One fee covers the whole car, so a party of four pays $7.50 each to enter, which favors driving yourself.
DIY wins on entry cost for groups
The $30 vehicle fee is paid once for everyone in the car. A tour only beats driving yourself if it saves you real money or time on fuel, parking, shuttles and planning.
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| Party | Entrance total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $30 | $30 |
| 2 people | $30 | $15 |
| 4 people | $30 | $7.50 |
| 6 people | $30 | $5 |
Arithmetic on the NPS fee of $30. The vehicle fee covers all passengers, so cost per person falls as the group grows.
Entrance fees
| Fee | Cost | Notes from NPS |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance - Motorcycle | $25 | Valid for 3 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers to Haleakalā National Park, including both the Summit and Kīpahulu Districts. |
| Entrance - Private Vehicle | $30 | Valid for three days. Admits private, non-commercial vehicle (14 max capacity or less) and all occupants to Haleakalā National Park including both the Summit and Kīpahulu Districts. |
| Entrance - Per Person | $15 | Admits one individual with no car to Haleakalā National Park including both the Summit and Kīpahulu Areas. Youth 15 and under are admitted free. |
| Commercial Entrance - Per Person | $15 | $15.00 per person for non-road based organized groups that offer activities such as Astronomy and Hiking. |
| Commercial Entrance - Sedan | $30 | $30.00 plus, $15.00 per person for road based tour vehicles, such as sedans, with a passenger carrying capacity of 1-7 people. |
| Commercial Entrance - Van | $45 | $45.00 for road based tour vehicles, such as large vans and mini buses, with a passenger carrying capacity of 8-25 people. |
| Timed Entry Reservation - Park & Location | $1 | A reservation is required for each vehicle entering the park from 3:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. You may book a reservation up to 60 days in advance and 2 days in advance of the start date. |
Source: nps.gov fees and passes for Haleakalā via the NPS API, checked Oct 26, 2026. Fees change; confirm before you go.
Pass math
- The $80 America the Beautiful Resident Annual Pass equals 3 visits at $30 per vehicle, here or at any other fee site.
- Seniors 62+ pay $20 for an annual pass or $80 for lifetime.
- Haleakalā also sells its own pass: Annual Entrance - Park, $55.
When it is busiest
NPS recreation visits by month, 2025. July had 11% of the year; October was the quietest month, with about 63% of the busiest month’s visits.
Show the numbers
| Month | Recreation visits |
|---|---|
| January | 59,527 |
| February | 60,141 |
| March | 76,026 |
| April | 65,751 |
| May | 77,060 |
| June | 72,944 |
| July | 91,757 |
| August | 82,328 |
| September | 65,902 |
| October | 58,085 |
| November | 68,188 |
| December | 76,002 |
Source: NPS IRMA Stats, recreation visitors, 2025, pulled Oct 26, 2026.
Alerts right now
4 active NPS alerts when we checked on Oct 26, 2026. Showing the most serious first.
Information No Water at Hosmer Campground
Water at Hosmer Campground in the Summit District is shutoff due to a waterline break. Water is available 24-hours at Headquarters Visitor Center one mile up the road. At this point we don't have an estimate for when repairs will be complete. Details on nps.gov
Information Haleakalā Phones Not Working
The park’s phones are currently unable to accept incoming calls. For questions, please email HALE_INTERPRETATION@NPS.GOV or call 808-490-9870. This temporary cell phone is available to reach the park, but service may be intermittent. Details on nps.gov
Information Expect Long Waits at the Summit Entrance Station Before Sunset
Due to a high volume of traffic, cars may be temporarily turned around at the gate when capacity is reached. Purchasing a pass online does not guarantee entry at sunset. To ensure timely access, arrive 3 hours before sunset. Details on nps.gov
Information Drive Cautiously - Endangered Birds on Roadway
Nēnē (Hawaiian geese) and ʻuaʻu (Hawaiian petrel) are nesting in the park and may land on or frequent park roads, parking lots, and road leading up to the park. Drivers are reminded to drive at the posted speed limits and exercise caution. Details on nps.gov
Source: NPS API alerts, checked Oct 26, 2026. Conditions change by the hour; check the park page before you drive.
Hours and access
The Summit and Kīpahulu Districts of Haleakalā are open 24 hours a day. A sunrise reservation is required for entry between 3am and 7am daily.
Source: NPS API operating hours, checked Oct 26, 2026.
What NPS lists to do here
- Backcountry Camping
- Bus/Shuttle Guided Tour
- Camping
- Guided Tours
- Hiking
- Junior Ranger Program
- Shopping
- Swimming
Source: NPS API activity tags, checked Oct 26, 2026.
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How much does it cost to enter Haleakalā by car?
The NPS lists $30 per private vehicle for three days (checked Oct 26, 2026). The fee covers every passenger in the vehicle.
When is Haleakalā busiest?
July had the most recreation visits in 2025 (11% of the year). October had the fewest, so July drew about 1.6 times as many visits. Source: NPS IRMA Stats.
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TourOrDIY is independent and not affiliated with the National Park Service. Numbers are copied from NPS public data on Oct 26, 2026 and may have changed. See the accuracy disclaimer and our method.