Do I need a reservation to enter the Summit District?

Sunrise viewing requires a reservation for the Summit District (3:00–7:00 a.m.); reservations can be made 60 days in advance on Recreation.gov and cost $1 per vehicle; parking is not guaranteed.

Is Crater Road open to the summit?

No. Crater Road to the Summit is closed indefinitely; Kipahulu District remains accessible.

Pets are allowed only in Hosmer Grove and Kipahulu campgrounds, along roads, and in parking areas; they must be on a 6-foot leash or in a vehicle; not allowed on trails or in backcountry.

Camping is allowed only in designated areas; reservations are required for Hosmer Grove and Kipahulu Campgrounds; backcountry camping requires permits from the Park Headquarters Visitor Center.

What facilities exist at the summit?

Visitor centers at the Summit provide restrooms and information; water is available at the Park Headquarters; cell service is limited or unavailable in the crater.

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