Best Tent Camping in Hawaii

Recent Tent Reviews in Hawaii

326 Reviews of 60 Hawaii Campgrounds

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  Ryan W.

  Legend

  

  Dec. 23, 2024

  Hosmer Grove Campground — Haleakalā National Park

  Camping vs Camground. Difficult to rate. Experience specific.

  Camping at Hosmer is like camping in a neighbor's nice grassy yard with everyone from the HOA's kids and conversations. The campground is just a square patch of soft green grass with some grills and potable water spouts. There is a nice enclosed pit toilet and a covered grill area for bad weather.

  There would be no appeal here except...

  • The campground is at the entrance to the Haleakalā National Park, allowing you to wake up and explore as opposed to make an early drive a couple miles up a windy road if you were doing a longer hike.
  • The campground is home to a nature trail through a Frankenstein'd woods where they planted numerous different trees after logging the area in the old days searching for a fast growing tree they could then log again. It's a little bit of the Pacific Northwest in Hawaii, but with all the Hawaiian plantlife as well.
  • The bird watching is wild. The confluence of water and mixed plants makes this a perfect spot for bird watching, including some rare and endangered birds.
  • Did I mention the location?

  They offer reservations of up to 3 days per month, which offers ample opportunity to explore the park and the volcano crater fully, but it is not wilderness camping or amenable to any sort of RV. Know that at camp, if there is an a-hole (or group of a-holes), they are going to be part of your stay. Similarly, if there is an expert on local birds, they become part of the group too!

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  Michael W.

  Scout

  

  Dec. 23, 2024

  Kīpahulu Campground — Haleakalā National Park

  Great campground

  This campground is located in the Kipahulu district of Haleakala National Park. It offers very basic amenities, including cooking grills and vault toilets, with drinking water available only at the visitor center.  I can join activities such as playing slope game. Campsites operate on a first-come, first-served basis, featuring grassy areas that are unmarked except for the presence of grills and picnic tables. The atmosphere is peaceful, with the soothing sound of waves crashing against the rocky coastline below. At night, the stargazing is spectacular! We camped at Kipahulu National State Park in a camper van.

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  Wes M.

  Scout

  

  Dec. 6, 2024

  Cozy Meadows Campground

  Terrible experience

  Had a terrible experience with this campsite.  There was no address on the website, no directions provided, and only a pin on a google map was provided when I hit the "Get Directions" button.  Despite an hour of searching, could not find the campsite.  Talked to a number of people in the area, none of them had heard of the campsite.  Called the contact number provided, no response. It was already late, so we had to sleep (didn't really sleep) in our vehicle at the side of the road. The next day sent an -email to the address on the website, no response.  Asked for refund, no response.  Terrible

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  Skarlet R.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 28, 2024

  Mālaekahana State Recreation Area

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  Telegram is full of travelers discussing hidden gems, and Mālaekahana is ideal for those craving both sun and adventure. Imagine a similar beachside escape in Hong Kong, where nature and ocean views make a refreshing getaway.

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  Skarlet R.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 28, 2024

  Mālaekahana State Recreation Area

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  Telegram groups in Hong Kong are buzzing about stunning camping spots, and Mālaekahana seems like the perfect inspiration. Hong Kong nature lovers would enjoy a similar beachside setup, bringing a slice of Hawaii closer to home.

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  tiara J.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 14, 2024

  Mālaekahana State Recreation Area

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  Ben A.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 10, 2024

  Bellows Air Force Station

  Great for a weekend retreat from the craziness othe week.f

  Me and my wife cone camping here at least 10 times a year if not more. It s a great place to be with the sound of the breaking waves at every camping site and a lot of good amenities. There is a shopet with is walking distance of every site as well as a gas station, mini golf, a driving range, 3 hiking trails, 1 walking path, a small bar, and a stabucks. The staff is always so welcoming and its truly a great place to spend your time.

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  t T.

  Scout

  

  May. 28, 2024

  JoesNuts.com

  Nice and easy driveway, walk to painted church and a few cool things

  There was a coffee farm within walk distance, the church, peace gardens and just nice little area.  Lots of pets, the cow! and baby goats.  City of refuge and Captain Cook Monument are amazing to  hang, and a few private beaches only for people who stay here

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  Craig D.

  Scout

  

  May. 18, 2024

  Mālaekahana State Recreation Area

  Great Place

  Malaekahana Campgrounds in Hawaii offers an exceptional camping tubidy experience with stunning ocean views, clean facilities, and a tranquil environment. The location is perfect for both relaxation and adventure, with plenty of activities like swimming mp3 juice, hiking, and exploring nearby attractions. It's y2mate an ideal spot for families and solo travelers alike to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of Hawaii.

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  Killian B.

  Scout

  

  May. 3, 2024

  Cozy Meadows Campground

  Nice if nothing else is available

  Shower : a poor garden hose at the entrance of the “camp”

  Toilet : ok

  Broken plastic table, Grill without any tank…

  It’s definitely not a cozy place, it look like more an unoccupied land

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  Jennifer H.

  Legend

  

  Feb. 23, 2024

  Ohana Hutz

  Quick response but Not available at this time -

  Drove by and checked in to see if camping was available and got a super fast response that it’s not currently available. Couldn’t find the entrance but beautiful sweeping views from ocean view estates with market, food and gas nearby.

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  Jennifer H.

  Legend

  

  Feb. 23, 2024

  Nāmakanipaio Campground — Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park

  Proximity to NP & Volcano house ++

  Roddy efficient grass sites - big enough for a couple or snag multiple for a family. Little cabins you can rent too. Bbq at each site l, mowed grass, bathrooms and sinks. Grab dinner at volcano house and have all day and night to explore the NP

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  Jennifer H.

  Scout

  

  Feb. 21, 2024

  Aloha Acres

  Peaceful paradise

  Convenient location, beautiful property and warm and welcoming hosts.

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  Benjamin M.

  Scout

  

  Jan. 12, 2024

  Wiliwili Camp

  Great experience?!

  It was a great experience for all us. Nice scenic view of the camp.

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  Paul W.

  Scout

  

  Dec. 12, 2023

  Polihale State Park Campground

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  Michael B.

  Scout

  

  Nov. 7, 2023

  Camp Olowalu

  Lovely, affordable accomodation

  I enjoyed my 5 night stay at a tent site here.  The grounds and facilities are well maintained and clean.  I used my site as a place to sleep and use the showers and bathroom facilities as needed.   I was gone by 8 am and back after sunset, going snorkeling, hiking and exploring the island.  I can't say what it would be like to lounge around all day at your site.  Some sights looked like they may have a lack of shade during the day.

  The beach is rocky and not one you'd likely want to spend your day on.  For the price and if you like camping (with hot showers, flush toilets and a sinks to wash your dishes) this is a great place to stay!

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  Jake C.

  Legend

  

  Oct. 18, 2023

  Uka Hawaiian Native Camp

  A True Hawaiin Experience

  Jake from the Dyrt here! The Uka Hawaiin Native camp is new to the Dyrt and we are happy to have them and the authentic hawaiin experience they provide to campers.  Check them out and leave a review about your stay on the Dyrt!

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  Paul C.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 5, 2023

  Kelly Rene

  Definitely one of the nicest campgrounds on the island.

  We really enjoyed swimming in the pool under the Easter Island statue. The facilities were great, and the host was welcoming. Thanks for letting us stay on your beautiful property.

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  Rolf M.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 1, 2023

  Wild Blue Water Ranch

  Destress from the rest! Awesome!

  Beautifully nestled on a section of gorgeous Big Island coastline this immaculately presented ranch was a place we could take a break from our hectic roadtrip and destress. We relaxed wondering the property picking and eating papaya, coconut, strawberry guava to name a few. One of the highlights was our sea turtle watching from the point where we saw at least ten turtles feeding and swimming in the crystal clear waters. Our hosts were nothing short of awesome and welcoming in the use of the beautiful pool from which you could look out to the sea and have wifi access. Looking back on our three weeks touring the four main islands of Hawaii, our stay at Wild Blue Water Ranch was by far the best value for money, hospitable and enjoyable drive-in camping experience we had! Totally recommended!

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  Jake C.

  Legend

  

  Aug. 8, 2023

  Maleka Farm

  Vanlife or tent camping in Hawaii

  Jake from the Dyrt here!  Maleka Farm is a great spot for those needing a place to rest while exploring the area.  Check them out and be sure to leave a review on the Dyrt!

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  Leslie Shanai M.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 28, 2023

  The Hippocampus of Pueo Ridge

  Iron woods, tucked in, private

  We were disappointed as the campground didn't actually come through with a couple of things promised. One is that yoga classes are NOT available for campers. Another is that you have to provide your own toilet paper plus take your trash off site: very tricky when you're a visitor from off Island. The sites for tents were well built, but on the small side, so we had to go into Mcgiver mode to make our 2 man backpacking tent secure. It's windy so that's a critical feature for this location. I think if they added tie on bars on the side of the platforms that would probably fix the issue. It's a beautiful & secluded site, but I'm not sure how much experience the host has with actual real camping.

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  Jake C.

  Legend

  

  Jul. 21, 2023

  Lava Rock Glamping

  Glamping in the forests of Hawai'i

  Jake from the Dyrt here!  We are so excited to welcome the Lava Rock Camp to the Dyrt!  They have a history of creating memorable experiences for guests, and we can't wait to see everyone share their highlights on the Dyrt!

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  Jennifer H.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 6, 2023

  Aloha Acres

  Aloha Acres is awesome!

  The property was easy to find, gorgeous and super convenient to all of the things we wanted to do on the Big Island.

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  Valerie S.

  Ranger

  

  Apr. 4, 2023

  Camp Olowalu

  Relaxing and clean camping spot!

  Our first time here we tent camped. Some of the sites seemed close together but we stayed at the end and had good privacy with the trade off of a long trip to the bathrooms.  The shared bathrooms are great! Clean, flush toilets, and running water.  Showers and dishwashing stations also a plus.  Free coffee for early risers.   You can see the beach from a few campsites.  Like most camping in Hawaii, bring your earplugs for the roosters.

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  Valerie S.

  Ranger

  

  Apr. 4, 2023

  Hosmer Grove Campground — Haleakalā National Park

  Amazing price

  Im lucky enough that this is my second time staying here! Sad to say that both times there were empty sites even though they were all reserved.   There is a nice sheltered area for a wind break for dinner, potable water and pit toilets with hand washing station. Plan for chilly and windy weather in the winter and spring.  We stayed here once to save drive time to see the sunrise and the second time after hiking into the crater. Great location for both.  The short hike connected to the campground to see all the tree varieties is cool!

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  Angela T.

  Scout

  

  Mar. 21, 2023

  Maui Tent Ohana

  Nice jungle

  The host was so kind, I enjoyed our stay.

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  Jarrah H.

  Scout

  

  Mar. 19, 2023

  Maui Tent Ohana

  Phenomenal

  Michelle could not have been more warm or welcoming, she made space for us at very short notice and could not do enough to look after us. We greatly appreciated the hot showers, towels, freshly brewed chai in the mornings and the beautiful scenery on her property. We cannot recommend Michelle enough!