Halemau'u Trail
One of the most popular trails in Haleakala, the Halemau'u Trail runs 10.3 miles one-way from the Halemau'u Trailhead on the summit road to the Paliku Cabin.
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Halemau'u Trail Details
One of the most popular trails in Haleakala, the Halemau'u Trail runs 10.3 miles one-way from the Halemau'u Trailhead on the summit road to the Paliku Cabin, dropping into the park's wilderness area and summit valley or "crater." There are several natural turnarounds along the way for those seeking a less ambitious hike, however, such as the Holua Cabin, Silversword Loop. You can also connect to the Supply Trail and the Keonehe'ehe'e Trail.
Difficulty
High
Distance
10.3 miles
Estimated time
6 hours
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Halemau'u Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Halemau'u Trail
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Halemau'u Trailhead
The Halemau'u Trailhead provides access to the Halemau'u Trail as well as connections to an 11-mile hike to the Keonehe'ehe'e Traihead and other trails.
0.6 mi away
Leleiwi Overlook
Heading up toward Haleakala's summit, visitors should pull into the parking lot on the right side of the road at mile 17.5 to visit Leleiwi Overlook.
1.1 mi away
Holua Cabin
The Holua Cabin is the easiest of the park's three wilderness cabins to reach.
1.2 mi away
Hosmer Grove Campground
Auto-accessible Hosmer Grove Campground is on the way to the summit, on Haleakala's windy slopes.
1.2 mi away
Park Headquarters Visitor Center
The first stop for most visitors is the Park Headquarters Visitor Center.
