Planning a national park trip in 2026? These parks require more than just an entrance fee. If you want access to the most popular areas, you’ll need to plan ahead for timed entry, permits, or tour reservations, and many of these open MONTHS in advance. 📍 Acadia — Cadillac Summit reservations 📍 Arches — timed entry 📍 Carlsbad Caverns — cave entry tickets 📍 Gateway Arch — tram museum tours 📍 Glacier — vehicle reservations 📍 Haleakalā — sunrise reservations 📍 Mount Rainier — timed entry 📍 R

75K views · 5.4K reactions | Haleakalā National Park is famous for its stunning view of the sunrise. But If you're asking us, anytime of the day is a good time to visit! | Pride of Maui | Facebook

110K views · 2.9K reactions |  For an unforgettable sunset, head to the top of Haleakala on Maui! ️ The stunning views will take your breath away. Have you experienced this magical moment?  ️: @ericbck #hawaii #travel #100Hawaii #nature #maui #haleakala #haleakalanationalpark | 100% Hawaii | Facebook

🌅 Haleakala Sunrise & Sunset: A Guide to Heavenly Moments 🌄Planning a sunrise or sunset visit to Haleakala? Here’s what you need to know:1️⃣ Reservations: Sunrise requires a $1 reservation via Recreation.gov (3am-7am entry). No reservation needed for sunset, but both require a $30 per vehicle entrance fee.2️⃣ Pack Snacks: No food available for purchase, but there are flushing toilets and water.3️⃣ Gas Up: No gas stations on the way, so fill up before.4️⃣ Motion Sickness: The road is windy; pla

Maui’s Best Sunset Spots! ✨ From 10,000+ feet above sea level at Haleakalā, to the stunning views at OCEAN Organic Farm, and all the way at sea level onboard Kai Kanani, Maui sunsets never disappoint.  Where’s your favorite place to watch the sun go down? Drop it in the comments! ⬇️ #KaiKanani #Wailea #Makena #MauiSunsets #Haleakala #OCEANOrganicFarm | Kai Kanani Sailing | Facebook

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