Haleakala National Park, Maui
The House of the Sun
Sunrise above the clouds atop Maui's vast 10,000-foot volcano.
At a glance · 5 reasons to go
Why Haleakala National Park, Maui.
Watch sunrise above the clouds from the summit.
Hike the surreal volcanic crater.
Bike down the mountain from the top.
Stargaze in some of the clearest skies.
A spiritual highlight of Maui.
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Haleakala — 'House of the Sun' — is Maui's dormant giant, where you climb above the clouds for a sunrise that draws gasps, then hike into a crater that looks like Mars. Cold, clear, and unforgettable at 10,000 feet.
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Haleakala National Park, Maui
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Reviewed: 2026-06-06
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