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Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) in December: How Hard Is It to Book?

Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) · HI

The verdict

Lottery-hard

Booking difficulty 10 out of 10. Gone within minutes of release. Bring a plan B.

Sells out at openBased on 3 years of reservation data

December weekends are typically gone within minutes of the booking window opening.

Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) in December scores 10 out of 10 for booking difficulty — lottery-hard. Gone within minutes of release. Bring a plan B.

Across the last 3 years of reservation history, the typical December booking was locked in about 183 days before arrival, with the campground running roughly 120% full that month. The lightest arrival day is Tuesday, so shifting to a midweek start is the single easiest way to improve your odds.

Lead time

How far ahead people book

Same day: 2% of bookingsSame day1–3d: 5% of bookings5%1–3d4–7d: 5% of bookings5%4–7d1–2wk: 6% of bookings6%1–2wk2–4wk: 8% of bookings8%2–4wk1–2mo: 2% of bookings1–2mo2–3mo: 2% of bookings2–3mo3–6mo: 3% of bookings3–6mo6mo+: 67% of bookings67%6mo+Median booking lead time: 183 days ahead
Demand split

Weekend vs. weekday demand

Weekend (Fri–Sat)Weekday (Sun–Thu)

Best odds: arrivals are lightest on Tuesday in December. A midweek arrival is your easiest booking.

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Plan B

Easier nearby options in December

If your dates are flexible, these nearby campgrounds are typically easier to book.

Haleakalā National Park (Wilderness Tent Permit)

HIHard

Kipahulu Campground

HIHard

Hosmer Grove Campground

HIHard

FAQ

Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) in December: common questions

How hard is it to book Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) in December?
Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) rates 10 out of 10 for December — Lottery-hard. Gone within minutes of release. Bring a plan B.
How far in advance should I book Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) for December?
The typical December reservation was made about 183 days before arrival, so plan to book as early as your dates allow.
When do reservations open for Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits)?
Recreation.gov releases most campsites on a rolling window — commonly about six months before the arrival date — so December dates usually become bookable around six months ahead. Be ready the morning they release.
What is the best day to arrive at Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) in December?
Arrivals are lightest on Tuesday. A midweek arrival is usually the easiest booking.

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