Hawaii · Permit Guide

Haleakala National Park

All information verified directly from the official NPS permit page · February 2026

Verify before you apply: Permit fees, guest limits, and policies change. This page was verified from the official NPS permit page in February 2026. Always confirm current requirements directly with the park before submitting your application.

Permit Fee

$150 non-refundable application fee

Monitoring fees may apply for complex requests

How Far in Advance

Minimum 3 weeks. Complex requests requiring environmental or cultural compliance review require minimum 4 weeks. Sunrise ceremonies require a separate sunrise reservation from recreation.gov first.

Guest Limits by Location

—Maximum 25 persons at any location
—No permits in Wilderness Area (including Halemau'u Trail and Keonehe'ehe'e/Sliding Sands Trail)
—Off-trail access not permitted

Photographer Policy

Not explicitly addressed on the wedding permit page. Businesses conducting visitor services inside the park must obtain a CUA separately. Ask the permit office directly when you apply.

What's Not Allowed

×No audio devices (electrified instruments, PA systems)
×No banners or signs
×No food service except at designated picnic or camping areas
×Plants, flowers, and lei must be removed after the ceremony (invasive species concern)
×No ceremonies in Wilderness Area or campgrounds

Worth Knowing

Sunrise ceremonies at Haleakala require two separate reservations: a sunrise viewing reservation from recreation.gov AND a wedding permit from the park. Book the sunrise reservation first — they sell out months in advance.

Official NPS Permit Page