Best Tent Camping near Haleakala National Park

Located on Maui, some of the best camping in Hawaii is at Haleakala National Park. Campers can hike up Haleakala Crater. The dormant volcano towers over the island and offers an impressive view of the ocean and surrounding landscape. The park is near the city of Pukalani, HI, and it’s the ideal place to pick up supplies. RV drivers will want to fuel up for the drive to their campsites and to ensure they have plenty of gas for the trip up to the Haleakala Visitor Center. From the campgrounds, you can hike along the trails through the sub-tropical rain forests of Hawaii. Along with native wildlife, the area is also home to several endangered species.

Best Tent Sites Near Haleakala National Park (7)

    1. Holua Primitive Wilderness Campsite — Haleakalā National Park

    7 Reviews
    Haleakala National Park, HI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (808) 572-4400

    "Holua is one of two dispersed backcountry camping sites within the crater district of Haleakala National Park. A backcountry camping permit must be obtained from the visitor center to stay at Holua."

    "This usually means you need to pick up a permit, you backpack in, the facilities are limited. The hike to the crater is 3.8 miles at the shortest, sot this is a backpacking trip."

    2. Paliku Backcountry Campsite — Haleakalā National Park

    1 Review
    Haleakala National Park, HI
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (808) 572-4400

    "This was the first place that we camped at on our Hawaii trip and it was by far our favorite. Paliku is one of two backcountry campsites in the Haleakala National Park summit district."

    3. Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area Camping

    3 Reviews
    Kihei, HI
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (808) 984-8109

    $20 - $100 / night

    "Polipoli does not even feel like you’re in Hawaii! I mean this in the best way possible! Hawaii is amazing with all the beaches, ocean views, and sunshine."

    "One thing I like about this park is that it is close by the town where you can walk to and get lunch. There are some really great restaurants with yummy local food."

    4. Kanaha Beach Park

    2 Reviews
    Kahului, HI
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (808) 270-7389

    5. Papalaua Wayside Park

    4 Reviews
    Lahaina, HI
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (808) 270-4315

    $10 / night

    "My friends and I came in late and were still able to find a spot, we parked next to the port-a-potty’s and some guys came around 3 am to grab the trash and spooked us, so avoid that if possible."

    "Located on the southern shore, the camping is all beach camping right along the beautiful coast. Trees for shade, porta potties for bathrooms."

    6. Mahukona Beach Park

    2 Reviews
    Pu'u O Umi Natural Area Reserve, HI
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (808) 691-8311

    "This beach park has quite a few picnic tables around, so we were able to snag one and have a picnic. We packed some lunch, ate and people watched."

    7. Kapa'a Beach Park

    1 Review
    Pu'u O Umi Natural Area Reserve, HI
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (808) 961-8311

    "Shower, restrooms, etc. You can camp right on the beach. And wake up to the ocean. Definitely stay here when you go to Hawaii"

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Guide to Haleakala National Park

Tent camping near Haleakalā National Park offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the stunning landscapes of Maui, with options ranging from secluded backcountry sites to more accessible areas.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Haleakala National Park?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Haleakala National Park is Holua Primitive Wilderness Campsite — Haleakalā National Park with a 4.8-star rating from 7 reviews.

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TheDyrt.com has all 7 tent camping locations near Haleakala National Park, with real photos and reviews from campers.