Drive up to Haleakala for an otherworldly landscape that you won’t find anywhere else. Haleakala is a shield volcano on the east side of Maui that makes up more than half of the island. The tallest peak, Haleakala Crater stands at 10,023 feet. One of the favorite activities for many visiting Maui is to visit the Haleakala Crater for sunrise for an unforgettable experience.