The crater
Maui’s Haleakala crater covers almost 75 percent of the island. Temperatures can get very cold and the wind unrelenting at the top but the views are astounding, something reminiscent of a science fiction novel. Cinder cones of different colours and textures and a vastness that’s difficult to get your head around let alone capture in a photograph are hypnotizing.
Have you ever been to the top of Haleakala? What was your impression?
Your black-and-white photos really capture the wild feeling of Haleakala well! In Hawaii, you don’t usually think you’ll need a warm jacket, but at the top of Haleakala, it’s a must… We’ve visited, and it’s definitely a top attraction.
The range in temperature on Maui is pretty surprising, from the sweltering heat of Lahaina and Kipahulu to the cool temps of Olinda and the even colder temps of Haleakala, you get it all.
The stark landscape really lends itself to the black and white –
I rarely think of that medium these days… but maybe I should – It is so expressive 🙂
I’ve always loved B&W photography, it makes people use their imagination.
Wow, the way you shot it in Black & white makes it look like it could be on the moon. Very cool!
Wow! Stunning shots! Love your view using black and white, it brings out the stark detail so well. We visited there several years ago and stayed a few nights at the free campground in the National Park. It was FREEZING, lol! Such amazing natural beauty and you’ve captured it so well.
It does get pretty cold, especially at night!
Wow, what photos. We’re tempted to take some photos of the Canary Islands in black and white now. Plenty of craters here too.
Would love to see the Canary Islands craters!
Incredible photos, this sounds like an amazing experience.
Haven’t been but would love to visit. Looks cold, stark and dusty – and great for photography. Interesting to see it in B&W.
It’s an amazing place, worth a visit!
In the islands we can be inundated with so much color, but your choice of b&w shows off the fabulous texture. Nice!
Mahalo Betsy, that was exactly why I chose B&W. Haleakala’s colours are stunning but there are so many textures that get lost in that colour.
Stunning landscapes – the black and white is defined, so rich.
Thanks Maria!
Never been, but would love to! Gorgeous photos–I love that they are black and white! It showcases such a unique perspective!
Thanks Jenna, appreciate you stopping by.
Beautiful photos and I love all the contrasts and rugged terrain that you’ve managed to convey in each photo of the Haleakala crater – austere and totally magnificent!
Thank you so much Anita.
Having been fortunate to observe with the CFHT telescope at the top of Mauna Kea on the Big Island, it’s easy to see how much of the island is occupied by the “mass” that is Mauna Loa as well as Mauna Kea. It feels a bit like a “moonscape” way up at 4000 metres. When there’s snow, I understand the adventurous will try to ski their way down from Mauna Kea’s summit. Your photos of Haleakala reminded me of the short time on top of Mauna Kea, and seeing Haleakala almost within reach from the north shore of the Big Island.
You are definitely fortunate to have seen it from Mauna Kea, did you take pictures?
Your images do a wonderful job of capturing the different facets of the crater~
Love the black and white photos. I felt like I was looking at the moon.
A factoid I didn’t know: Maui’s Haleakala crater covers almost 75 percent of the island. My dad trained on the island during WWII, in the Marines, and they were sent up there to “thicken” their blood. http://www.berkeleyandbeyond.com/carousel-press/dad_s_story.html
That’s interesting, I wonder how long they stayed up there.
Yes I have been to Haleakala and I thought I’d landed on Mars! I’m surprised at how many people visit Maui, but never make it to this incredible area! I love your black and white photos!
Thanks Michelle! The people who go to Maui and don’t bother with Haleakala are really missing out.
Gorgeous shots! Yes, I visited the top in 1980, and have fond memories of the area.
Your photography really brought out the rugged beauty of the crater. Excellent!
Thank you so much Marilyn!
Beautiful shots. I really like the tonal contrasts in all of the images which make for great black and whites!