Sliding Sands Trail, Haleakala Volcano
Sliding Sands Trail - Haleakala
Maui Hawaii Tourist Information and Vacation Guide
Among the many hiking trails in Haleakala National Park is the Sliding Sands Trail that leads into the volcanic crater.
Hikers on the Maui Hawaii volcano will see a wide range of volcanic debris including iron deposits, indigenous plants and a rock formations along the trail.
Sliding Sands Trail, Haleakala Volcano
Visitors should be careful to not overexert themselves on these trails as the air is noticeably thin at this 10,000 foot elevation. This fact becomes apparent when hiking uphill from the crater to the parking area.
