Kulanaokuaiki
Open and operating first-come, first-served. No reservations taken. Fees are paid at the self-registration station. Subject to temporary closure during dry conditions or high fire risk. Maximum stay is seven consecutive nights.
Coastal Flood Statement issued May 16 at 8:02PM HST until May 18 at 2:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
...MINOR COASTAL FLOODING ON ALL ISLANDS DURING HIGH TIDES THIS WEEKEND INTO EARLY NEXT WEEK... .Peak monthly high tides combined with water levels that will be running higher than predicted will lead to minor flooding along the shoreline and in low-lying coastal areas. Coastal flooding is possible around the daily peak tides, which will occur during the late afternoon hours. * WHAT...Isolated minor coastal flooding. * WHERE...Portions of Kahoolawe, Kauai, Lanai, Maui, Molokai, Niihau, Oahu and the Big Island. * WHEN...Through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Flooding of beaches that are normally dry, minor coastal erosion, and saltwater inundation.
About
Kulanaokuaiki Campground sits at 3,200 feet elevation along Hilina Pali Road in the remote Kaʻū Desert region of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. This primitive walk-in campground features nine designated tent sites, each equipped with a picnic table and tent pad. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations; campers pay at the self-registration station upon arrival. The setting is austere volcanic landscape with sweeping views toward the coast. Facilities are minimal: an accessible vault toilet is provided, but there is no potable water. Campers must bring all water needed for their stay. Campfires are strictly prohibited to protect the fragile ecosystem and reduce fire risk; only fueled camping stoves may be used for cooking. Pets are not permitted at this campground or anywhere along Hilina Pali Road to protect endangered nēnē (Hawaiian geese) that frequent the area. The campground may close temporarily during dry periods or high fire risk conditions. Nighttime temperatures range from the high 40s to high 60s°F, while daytime temperatures span the high 60s to 90s°F. A quality tent with a good rainfly and warm layers are recommended.
Directions
From Kīlauea Visitor Center, turn left on Crater Rim Drive for 3.3 miles to the intersection with Chain of Craters Road. Turn left on Chain of Craters Road for 2.3 miles, then turn right on Hilina Pali Road for 4 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $5 - $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| havo_information@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (808) 985-6000 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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