Free Camping in Hawaii

Tent camping near Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park at Nāmakanipaio Campground. Cool elevation, tall trees, and easy access to park roads. Primitive-style tent sites; pack out waste.

Remote tent camping at Kulanaʻāumoe Campground on Mauna Loa Road. Simple sites with minimal services; bring water and supplies.

Tent camping at Hosmer Grove inside Haleakalā National Park. High elevation, cool nights, and quick access to summit area. Primitive conditions; no hookups.

Coastal rainforest tent camping near Kīpahulu. Humid conditions and limited facilities; bring bug protection and water.

Forest tent camping at Kōkeʻe State Park near Waimea Canyon. Cooler weather, trail access, and primitive-friendly sites.

Beachfront tent camping at Polihale with big sunsets and dunes. Remote access; soft sand and wind common. Pack out waste.

Tent camping at Mālaekahana near Kahuku. Beach access and designated camping areas; reserve/permit rules may apply.

"Free dispersed camping around Hawaii Volcanoes vicinity Hawaii. Sparse desert lava flats with space for established pullouts and a few level clearings by Kaʻū Desert. Primitive conditions with no trash pickup or hookups. Fragile crust; closures Arrive early to claim a legal

Primitive tent camping in Kahuku Forest Reserve (when open/allowed). High rainfall; muddy access; check restrictions and permits.

Tent-friendly primitive camping near Hōnaunau region. Coastal conditions; bring water; follow local rules.

"Free dispersed camping around Hawaii Island Hawaii. Volcanic cinder landscape above tree line with space for established pullouts and a few level clearings by Saddle Road. Primitive conditions with no trash pickup or hookups. Altitude risks; cold/wind Arrive early to claim a legal

High-elevation pullouts near Mauna Kea access road are sometimes used for overnight stops where permitted. Cold nights; verify legality and closures.

"Free dispersed camping around Maui Highlands Hawaii. High-elevation forest and cinder cones with space for established pullouts and a few level clearings by Haleakalā slopes. Primitive conditions with no trash pickup or hookups. Check DLNR rules Arrive early to claim a legal

Holua Dispersed - Haleakala National Park - Maui is a national park campground in Hawaii, about 6.8 miles SE of Kula. It has about 6960 ft elevation. Notes: dispersed.

Hosmer Grove - Haleakala National Park - Maui is a national park campground in Hawaii, about 6.0 miles E of Kula. It has about 6800 ft elevation.

Namakani Paio - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a national park campground in Hawaii, about 4.3 miles W of Volcano. It has about 4000 ft elevation. Reported amenities include drinking water.

Kalopa State Rec Area - Hawaii is a state recreation area campground in Hawaii, about 3.5 miles SE of Honokaa. It has approximately 3 campsites and about 1813 ft elevation. Reported amenities include restrooms. Typical operating season: all year.

Keaiwa Heiau State Rec Area - Oahu is a state recreation area campground in Hawaii, about 2.0 miles NE of Aiea. It has approximately 10 campsites. Typical operating season: all year.

MacKenzie State Rec Area - Hawaii is a state recreation area campground in Hawaii. It has approximately 4 campsites. Reported amenities include restrooms. Typical operating season: all year.

Malaekahana State Rec Area - Oahu is a state recreation area campground in Hawaii, about 21.6 miles NW of Kailua. It has approximately 40 campsites. Typical operating season: all year.

Polipoli Spring State Rec Area - Maui is a state recreation area campground in Hawaii, about 7.8 miles S of Kula. It has about 6217 ft elevation. Typical operating season: all year.

Sand Island State Rec Area - Oahu is a state recreation area campground in Hawaii, about 1.1 miles W of Honolulu. It has approximately 35 campsites. Typical operating season: all year.

Kahana Valley State Park - Oahu is a state park campground in Hawaii, about 5.4 miles SE of Hauula. It has approximately 10 campsites. Typical operating season: all year.