Haleakala National Park Warnings Or Dangers Tips by grandmaR Top 5 Page for this destination

Park Rules and Recommendations

Stay on designated trails. (photo 4) Off-trail hiking can kill plants such as the silversword which has wide shallow roots

No feeding of the Nene. Feeding them makes them tame and tame ones often get hit by cars (photo 5)

Enter on foot - no bikes allowed on trails. Other prohibited activities include: hunting, use of firearms, rollerblading, and skateboarding

Be alert for signs of altitude sickness - nausea, dizziness, shortness of breath, headache. The summit is 10,023 ft. (photo 2)

The weather can change suddenly - dress in layers and bring rain and cold weather gear (photo 3)

Wear a hat, sunscreen and sun glasses

Other Contact: 808 248-7375

Phone: 808 572-4400

Website: http://www.nps.gov/hale/planyourvisit/yoursafety.htm