Separate sunrise and entrance charges at Haleakalā: what applies in 2026?

Direct answer

The sunrise reservation and the entrance fee are two separate purchases

Exact conditions

Status: Required under the listed conditions
Applies to: all visitors
Place or corridor: Summit District entrance station
Effective dates: January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026
Published fee: $30
Release model: on sale now

Fee detail: $30 private vehicle for 3 days, plus $1 for the sunrise reservation if entering the summit between 3:00 am and 7:00 am. Recreation.gov cannot currently sell both in one transaction.

Exceptions and limits

Bring both: the reservation holder must present valid ID, the reservation confirmation email, and a park pass or a way to buy one.
Native Hawaiians conducting traditional cultural practices are welcomed and the entrance fee is waived under AIRFA.

Official source

National Park Service · reviewed August 27, 2026

"The sunrise reservation allows access to the summit district between 3:00 AM and 7:00 AM on one specific day. The entrance fee provides entry into both districts of the park for three days."

Haleakala Sunrise Reservations FAQ - Haleakala National Park