Haleakala National Park
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dat_tae
throw2nuggetsaway
Almost frickin’ died here. Me and a buddy hiked down into the volcano (inactive) and did not realize how far down and steep it was. On our way back out the sun was setting and we were struggling. It’s the slowest I have ever walked. Talking inches at a time we were so exhausted. I was literally thinking “we’re going to have to call someone to get us out of here”.
Finally made it out and back to the top. Drove down into town and ended up in the ER with what must have been altitude sickness. I guess going from sea level to 10,000 ft, down back to about sea level, back up to 10,000 ft and then back down to sea level isn’t a great idea. Beautiful spot though!
youwanna123 [OP]
Glad you made it out alive. I almost did the same at Zion. Started hiking at noon. got to the bottom and ran out of water. Made it up ok, but learned my lesson.
MayorofTromaville
Ah, the park where I was positive that the little Toyota Yaris I rented wasn't going to make it to the top. I had the pedal on the literal floor by the end and couldn't get over 15 mph. Thank God no one else was up there because I feel like we got to our parking space by inertia alone.
So, so beautiful though.
Cold af up there.
youwanna123 [OP] 3 points · May 2025
Yes, expecially for Hawaii. Also windy.