Haleakalā

"Known for its 10,023-foot dormant volcano, the park offers campsites in Kīpahulu and Hosmer Grove campgrounds, historic wilderness cabins, and primitive wilderness camping areas like Hōlua and Palikū. Reservations are required year-round, with a maximum stay of three nights per 30-day period." - Travel + Leisure Editors

"Maui's natural wonders like Haleakalā National Park’s volcano crater at sunrise wowed readers. The summit sits about 10,000 feet above sea level, offering an otherworldly landscape and geological history." - Travel + Leisure Editors

"A reservation system is required for vehicle entry from 3 a.m. to 7 a.m. to watch the sunrise from the summit. Travelers must pay $1 for the reservation. No reservation is needed during other times of the day." - Travel + Leisure Editors

"Known for its spectacular sunrise views, with accessible tours designed by Wheel the World." - Sunny Fitzgerald Sunny Fitzgerald Sunny Fitzgerald is a Hawaii-based writer who covers travel, sustainability, culture, health and wellness, and more. Her articles and essays have appeared in National Geographic, Trave

"One of the most popular sites to watch the sun rise in Hawaii is on Maui’s highest summit, rising 10,023-feet high—so it's no surprise that crowds flock here in the wee hours of the morning. Haleakalā will continue its booking system that started in 2021, requiring reservations for cars entering from 3 a.m. to 7 a.m."