Campground

Kipahulu Campground

Haleakalā National Park · Hana · Hawaii — managed by National Park Service

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Kipahulu Campground campground
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Weekend availability at Kipahulu Campground

Live from Recreation.gov · checked Nov 4, 2:34 PM PT
  • Fri, Nov 6
    Open
    6/21 sites
  • Fri, Nov 13
    Open
    10/21 sites
  • Fri, Nov 20
    Open
    14/21 sites
  • Fri, Nov 27
    Open
    14/21 sites

Friday + Saturday nights, sites bookable both nights. Counts come from a rotating sweep and can lag a cancellation by up to a day — alerts watch your exact dates within minutes.

How booked is Kipahulu Campground?

as of November 5

Sites are open right now — we found space out to Dec. That changes fast at a campground. We check Kipahulu Campground around the clock, so the moment your dates fill up and a cancellation reopens them, you'll be first to know. Weekdays still have room — for now.

Weekends (Saturday night)

Nov 14Open
Nov 21Open
Nov 28Open

Weekdays (Wednesday night)

Nov 11Open
Nov 25Open
Dec 2Open

Availability checked directly against the reservation system, out to 3 months ahead.

Campsites & amenities

Site-level details from Recreation.gov's official catalog.

Campsites
21
Standard No Hookup

About this campground

Overview Main Campground: Two comfort stations provide two vault toilets each (4 total). No water or showers available. No electrical outlets. Pets are allowed on a leash no longer than six feet and hiking in the park with pets is allowed only on the roads and within the designated campground boundaries. Quiet hours are 10 pm to 8 am. Camping is limited to 3 nights in any 30-day period. Recreation  Hiking is the major attraction for the Kipahulu District of the Park. The campground overlooks ocean cliffs and is a short walk to ‘Ohe’o Gulch and Kuloa Point along the Coastline Trail. The Kuloa Point Loop Trail loops around and leads to the Pipi Wai trail which goes across the road and will go through a dense bamboo forest with views of Makahiku Falls and Waimoku Falls. The hike is a nature trail with a boardwalk going through the bamboo forest. The hike is 2 miles one-way and takes approximately 2 and1/2 hours to complete, taking your time to enjoy the scenery. Make sure to pack plenty of water and be prepared for rain at any time. Please keep in mind, these waterfalls are for viewing only. Adhere to all signs and be safe on your hike. Venturing off trails can lead to unwanted accidents. Junior Ranger programs are available for young children. Join our Rangers at the Visitor Center for information. Facilities  Two comfort stations provide two vault toilets each (4 total). No water or showers available. No electrical outlets. The Visitor Center is open daily and has historical displays as well as a small gift store. A comfort station is located outside of the Visitor Center with a water station and flush toilets. There are no water spigots for foot washing. Natural Features The campground is located in an open field area overlooking the ocean. The area is rocky coastline and is a short walk to ‘Ohe’o Gulch and Kuloa Point along the Coastline Trail.   There are no beaches located at this campground. Pools and falls are inaccessible for swimming. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (808) 572-4400. Nearby Attractions

Getting there

From Kahului, the Kipahulu Campground is located 64 miles along the historic Road to Hana Scenic Drive highway 360. Plan your day early if wish to arrive before evening to set up your campsite. Also, be prepared for rain at any point on your journey. There are few places to eat along the way, so packing a lunch or snacks and water is recommended.

Elevation
6,184 ft
Contact
808 248-8746

Activities

  • CAMPING
  • HISTORIC & CULTURAL SITE
  • PICNICKING
  • ACCESSIBLE SWIMMING
  • VISITOR CENTER
  • HIKING

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office or on Recreation.gov before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.