Maui Camping at Campgrounds / Campsites
Those who love the great outdoors will not be disappointed on Maui, a haven for campers who want to experience a diverse range of terrains. Adventure is the name of the game, with options from camping inside a volcanic crater, in the lush rainforest, or on a tropical beach.
Maui has a variety of camping areas – state campsites, county campsites, national park campsites and other camp sites. If you plan to camp on Maui, you will need to obtain a camping permit in advance.
Camping at a Hawaii state park on Maui
All state camping areas are administered by the Hawaii DLNR, State Parks. Camping reservations can be made on their online portal, which is located at: https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/dsp/camping-lodging/maui/ . Camping reservations can be made up to 90 days in advance.
List of all state campsites on Maui:
Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area
Waianapanapa State Park
State campsite fees:
Hawaii residents: $20 per campsite per night for up to 10 persons
Non-residents: $30 per campsite per night for up to 10 persons
There is also a single cabin that can be rented at the Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area at a high elevation on the slopes of Mt. Haleakala. The cabin accommodates a maximum of 8 persons. No electricity, refrigerator or linen is available. The cost to rent this cabin for Hawaii residents is $70 per night and for non-residents it is $100 per night.
The Waianapanapa State Park also has 12 cabins available that can be rented. Each cabin can accommodate up to 6 people. They are equipped with a kitchen-living room, one bedroom and one bathroom, as well as an electric 2-burner hotplate, refrigerator, hot shower, dishes and cooking utensils. There are no linens or towels. The rate for Hawaii residents is $70 per cabin per night and for non-residents it is $100 per cabin per night. A 2-night minimum stay is required, and online reservations must be made at least 7 days prior to check-in date.
Camping at county campsites on Maui
There is one county campsite on Maui. To get a camping permit, please see the website of the County of Maui Parks & Recreation, located here: https://www.mauicounty.gov/409/Camping-Sites
List of all county campsites on Maui:
Please note: In the past, Kanaha Beach Park was another Maui County campsite, but this is no longer the case and camping is no longer permitted here.
County campsite fees:
Hawaii residents:
Monday-Thursday
Adults: $5 per adult/per night
Minors: $3 per minor/per night
Friday-Sunday & Holidays
Adults: $10 per adult/per night
Minors: $6 per minor/per night
Non-residents:
Monday-Thursday
Adults: $50 per adult/per night
Minors: $6 per minor/per night
Friday-Sunday & Holidays
Adults: $100 per adult/per night
Minors: $12 per minor/per night
Camping within Haleakala National Park
Camping is also possible in several areas within Haleakala National Park.
The Hosmer Grove campground is located at nearly 7,000 feet (2,134 m) in elevation. Six campsites are located in an open grassy area near the forest and shrubland. Each site has a picnic table, grill and access to potable water. The campground has pit toilets located in the parking lot. Reservations are required for Hosmer Grove campground through www.recreation.gov. Campsites cost $5 per night with a 3-night consecutive night stay maximum. Each campsite allows a maximum of 6 people and 2 tents.
The Kipahulu campground is about 1/8 mile south of the Kipahulu Visitor Center. Campsites are located a short walk from Oheo Gulch. There are 20 campsites in total, including 5 walk-in sites, 15 drive-in sites and 1 group drive-in site. Visitors need to reserve campsites in advance through Recreation.gov. Campsites cost $20 per night with a 3-night consecutive night stay maximum. Each campsite allows a maximum of 6 people and 2 tents.
Three historic Wilderness Cabins are located within the crater: Kapalaoa, Paliku, and Holua. To reach the cabins, you must hike a minimum of 3.7 miles (5.9 km) to Holua, 5.5 miles (8.9 km) to Kapalaoa, and 9.3 miles (15 km) to Paliku. All reservations for cabins must be made on recreation.gov.
Detailed booking information for Haleakala campsites is available at https://www.nps.gov/hale/planyourvisit/camping.htm
Camping at Ke'anae Uka
Ke'anae Uka is an East Maui campground, located atop the scenic Keanae Peninsula, offering 5 camper vehicle spots (camping vehicles with roof top tents or camper vans). However, no water/electric/sewer hook-ups are available at the parking spot. Amenities include bathrooms, shared outdoor hot showers and WiFi. The rate is $116/day per spot (max. 4 people) and $15/day per additional person. They also offer accommodations in a duplex cottage (sleeps up to 6 people). For more info, visit https://www.keanaeuka.com/
Camping at Camp Olowalu
Located 6 miles (10 km) south of Lahaina, Camp Olowalu offers four different camping experiences: 35 campsites, 21 tentalows, in your vehicle, or with your group in their six cabins. For more info, visit www.campolowalu.com
