Kīpahulu Campground

About

Kīpahulu Campground is located in the remote coastal Kīpahulu District of Haleakalā National Park, accessible via the winding Hāna Highway on Maui's east side. The campground overlooks dramatic ocean cliffs and is a short walk from 'Ohe'o Gulch, the series of pools and waterfalls that draw visitors to this side of the park. The setting is tropical and lush, but be prepared for hot, humid conditions and abundant mosquitoes. The campground has 20 sites total: 15 drive-in sites and 5 walk-in coastal sites, plus one group site. Drive-in sites include picnic tables and charcoal grills. Walk-in sites are about 0.2 miles from parking and have picnic tables but require propane stoves for cooking. Vault toilets are available at two comfort stations. No water or showers are available at the campground itself, though potable water is accessible at the Kīpahulu Visitor Center restrooms. Trash and recycling bins are provided. Reservations are required through Recreation.gov on a 30-day rolling basis. Camping is limited to three consecutive nights, with a maximum of three nights total across all park camping areas within any 30-day period. Pets are allowed on leash (6 feet max) within the campground and on roads but are prohibited on park trails. The nearest supplies are in Hāna, 10 miles away.

Directions

From Kahului, take the Hāna Highway (Route 360) approximately 52 miles to Hāna, then continue another 10 miles to the Kīpahulu District. The campground is on the right immediately past the Kīpahulu District Entrance Station. Follow the road 0.3 miles to the campground loop.