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Site Palikū 3 — Haleakalā National Park (Wilderness Tent Permit)

Haleakalā National Park (Wilderness Tent Permit) · Hawaii · Loop Palikū

Campsite Palikū 3 at Haleakalā National Park (Wilderness Tent Permit) in Hawaii. HIKE TO site. No utility hookups. Maximum 4 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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20.71787, -156.14277
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Haleakalā National Park (Wilderness Tent Permit)

Live forecast for the campground. Use it to pack and plan.

Avg High57°F
Avg Low49°F
Peak Rain Chance92%
Humidity95%
UV (avg)5
Air Quality37 · Good
Today
🌦
Rain Showers
56°/50°
💧 91%🌬 6mph
↑ 6:28 AM ↓ 5:47 PM
Thu
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Rain Showers
58°/50°
💧 63%🌬 6mph
↑ 6:29 AM ↓ 5:47 PM
Fri
🌧
Rain Showers
56°/51°
💧 83%🌬 5mph
↑ 6:29 AM ↓ 5:46 PM
Sat
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Rain Showers
55°/48°
💧 92%🌬 5mph
↑ 6:30 AM ↓ 5:46 PM
Sun
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Light Drizzle
59°/47°
💧 59%🌬 5mph
↑ 6:30 AM ↓ 5:46 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    Long-sleeve shirt
    Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
  • 🧥
    Light shell or windbreaker
    Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 6 mph).
  • 👖
    Hiking pants or convertible
    Layer for variable conditions.
  • 🥾
    Trail runners or low boots
    Comfortable, broken in.
  • ☔
    Rain jacket / shell
    92% chance of precipitation in the forecast.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection
    Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
  • 🛍
    Dry bags for electronics
    Phone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Max Num of Vehicles
0

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
4
Min Num of People
1

Site Features

Campfire Allowed
No

Photos from Haleakalā National Park (Wilderness Tent Permit)

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

orange tent in dirt patch with foggy cliff
orange tent in dirt patch with foggy cliff — NPS Photo
color cinders within a crater and mountain in the distance
color cinders within a crater and mountain in the distance — NPS Photo JMansfield
tall cliffs overlook tent site with orange tent and camper
tall cliffs overlook tent site with orange tent and camper — NPS Photo
tall cliffs overlook tent site with orange tent and one camper
tall cliffs overlook tent site with orange tent and one camper — NPS Photo
two campers pack up their camp with tent among grass and lava field
two campers pack up their camp with tent among grass and lava field — NPS Photo
grassy field with tent stake
grassy field with tent stake — NPS Photo

Booking Tips for Site Palikū 3

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: usually 1–3pm / usually 11am–noon
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite Palikū 3?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

How many people can stay at site Palikū 3?

Maximum occupancy is 4 people and 0 vehicles.

What hookups does site Palikū 3 have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.

Can I have a campfire at site Palikū 3?

Campfires are not permitted at this site. A camp stove may be acceptable — check with the campground host.