Where is Haleakala?
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Haleakala
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Haleakala
Learn a bit about Haleakalā National Park through these fun and interesting facts
Origin
The park was established in 1961, originally part of Hawai‘i National Park, to protect the volcanic summit and the Kipahulu rainforest.
Origin
The park was established in 1961, originally part of Hawai‘i National Park, to protect the volcanic summit and the Kipahulu rainforest.
Topography
Haleakalā’s massive shield volcano forms nearly 75% of the island of Maui and features one of the world’s largest volcanic craters—seven miles long and two miles wide.
Topography
Haleakalā’s massive shield volcano forms nearly 75% of the island of Maui and features one of the world’s largest volcanic craters—seven miles long and two miles wide.
Wildlife
It’s home to over 30 species found nowhere else on Earth, including the rare Hawaiian petrel and the silversword plant that only grows near the summit.
Wildlife
It’s home to over 30 species found nowhere else on Earth, including the rare Hawaiian petrel and the silversword plant that only grows near the summit.
Elevation
The summit reaches 10,023 feet, often above the clouds, offering one of the best sunrise and stargazing views in the world.
Elevation
The summit reaches 10,023 feet, often above the clouds, offering one of the best sunrise and stargazing views in the world.
Cultural Significance
Native Hawaiians view Haleakalā as a sacred place tied to legends of the demigod Maui and as a site of ancient rituals and burials.
Cultural Significance
Native Hawaiians view Haleakalā as a sacred place tied to legends of the demigod Maui and as a site of ancient rituals and burials.
Astronomy
Because of its altitude and clear skies, the summit is home to the Haleakalā Observatory, one of the most important astronomical research sites in the Pacific.
Astronomy
Because of its altitude and clear skies, the summit is home to the Haleakalā Observatory, one of the most important astronomical research sites in the Pacific.
