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Booking odds · February

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

Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) · HI · Haleakalā National Park

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

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

Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) in February 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 February booking was locked in about 184 days before arrival, with the campground running roughly 118% full that month. The lightest arrival day is Wednesday, so shifting to a midweek start is the single easiest way to improve your odds.

Lead time

How far ahead people book

Same day: 1% of bookingsSame day1–3d: 2% of bookings1–3d4–7d: 3% of bookings4–7d1–2wk: 2% of bookings1–2wk2–4wk: 13% of bookings13%2–4wk1–2mo: 5% of bookings5%1–2mo2–3mo: 0% of bookings2–3mo3–6mo: 6% of bookings6%3–6mo6mo+: 69% of bookings69%6mo+Median booking lead time: 184 days ahead
Demand split

Weekend vs. weekday demand

Weekend (Fri–Sat)Weekday (Sun–Thu)

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

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Booking window · February 2027

When February reservations open

Reservations for Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) in February 2027 operate on a rolling 6-month window releasing at 7:00 AM ET.

February 1 stays open

August 1, 2026

at 7:00 AM ET

Release style

6-Month Rolling Window

Releases daily 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM ET

Campsites for February 1, 2027 become bookable on August 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET. Each subsequent date throughout February releases day-by-day exactly 6 months prior to arrival.

Facility note: Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.

Plan B

Easier nearby options in February

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 February: common questions

How hard is it to book Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) in February?
Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) rates 10 out of 10 for February — Lottery-hard. Gone within minutes of release. Bring a plan B.
How far in advance should I book Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) for February?
The typical February reservation was made about 184 days before arrival, so plan to book as early as your dates allow.
When do February reservations open for Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits)?
Reservations for Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) in February 2027 open on a rolling 6-month window. Sites for February 1 become bookable on August 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET, with each subsequent day releasing day-by-day 6 months ahead.
What is the best day to arrive at Haleakalā National Park (Cabin Permits) in February?
Arrivals are lightest on Wednesday. A midweek arrival is usually the easiest booking.

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