Established Camping
Holua Primitive Wilderness Campsite — Haleakalā National Park
About
National Park Service
Haleakala National Park
There are two primitive wilderness tent camping areas which are accessible only by trail, Hōlua and Palikū. Reservations are required for both campsites through www.recreation.gov. The reservation system is live as of April 22, 2021 at 7 am HST.
Each single campsite allows a maximum of five people and two tents. Group campsites allow for a maximum of ten people. Hōlua and Palikū campsites have pit toilets and seasonally non-potable water available nearby. The water must be filtered or treated before drinking. In times of drought, all water must be carried in. Horses, mules, and donkeys are permitted as pack animals on the Keoneheʻeheʻe Trail, Halemauʻu Trail, and Supply Trail. All waste produced by pack animals must be removed from parking areas and trailheads. No group may have more than 12 pack animals. Riders, commerical operators, and owners are responsible for the removal of dead or injured stock within 72 hours. Pets of any other kind are prohibited on all trails.
Reservation Info
Online reservations may be utilized to reserve sites up to six (6) months in advance The cost is $8-9 per reservation, for a maximum stay of three nights per 30 day period. This fee covers the cost of online services through the use recreation.gov, and is non-refundable.
No in-person permit reservation or pick up is available. A printed reservation from the confirmation email must be carried at all times by the trip leader. Upon receiving your reservation, watch the Leave No Trace video located on that page.
Staying overnight within Haleakalā National Park is only allowed in a designated camping area. Reservations can be made at Hosmer Grove Campground in the summit district or in Kīpahulu Campground in the coastal district.
Location
Holua Primitive Wilderness Campsite — Haleakalā National Park is located in Hawaii
Coordinates
20.75300044 N
156.22900018 W
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Toilets