Palikū Campground, Remote mountain campground in Haleakalā National Park, Hawaii, United States.
The campground lies at an elevation of 6,380 feet at the base of rainforest cliffs, surrounded by dense vegetation and frequent cloud cover.
The establishment of Palikū Campground within Haleakalā National Park marked a significant development in accessing the eastern wilderness valley of Maui during the 1960s.
Native Hawaiian traditions recognize this area as a sacred space where cloud formations meet the mountain slopes of Haleakalā volcano.
Reaching the campground requires a challenging 9.3-mile hike via Sliding Sands Trail or 10.4 miles through Halemauʻu Trail with proper permits and reservations.
The combination of high elevation, rainforest environment, and regular cloud cover creates a microclimate where temperatures can shift from warm to near freezing.
Location: Maui County
GPS coordinates: 20.71800,-156.14300
Latest update: April 30, 2025 07:21
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