Where can I camp on Maui?
Being a camper car rental company, we are often asked, "Where can I camp on Maui?" That's a great question! If you are planning a camping trip to Maui it's a good idea to have a basic plan on where you will stay, at least for the first night. After that you can venture around the island and use the different camp site locations to help plan out your trip itinerary. Now, back to the question "Where can I camp on Maui?"
Here is a list of places we would recommend checking out:
Hosmer Grove Campgrounds - Haleakala National Park
Many visitors will wake up at 2:oo am to make the long drive/tour up to the summit of Haleakala just to catch the sunrise. Others will arrive hours early to save a spot for the sunset show. However, only a few get to see both! This is just one of the many reasons to camp overnight at Hosmer Gove Campground. You can arrive mid-day and hike the trails of Haleakala then return to the summit to watch the sunset. In the morning you can awake to the spectacular sunrise! Park passes are purchased at the entrance for $25.00. The park pass is good for 3 days so you have plenty of time to see all the sights including a sunrise AND sunset!
If you are thinking of visiting Haleakala and camping at Hosmer Gove, consider renting a CampCar. With a rooftop popup tent, it makes setup simple and it also provides a warm and cozy place to sleep. Haleakala can get very cold at night!
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Camp Olowalu
"Beachfront camping in paradise." is how the folks at Camp Olowalu describe this tucked away camping site. Camp Olowalu makes for a great spot to spend your first night on Maui. Olowalu offers some of the best whale watching, snorkeling and kayaking all wrapped up in a great camp location. Additionally, Camp Olowalu offers Cabins, Tentalows, Beachside Tent Camping and RV Parking (for CampCars).
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YMCA Camp Ke'anae
If you are looking for a place to make camp on your way to Hana or perhaps on your way back, look no further. The YMCA here offers an assortment of camping options, among the best Maui camping available! They offer cabins, cottages, suites and tent or campervan camping spots! Campervan spots are only $25/person or $40/family, per night! You can book a reservation here:
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Waiʻanapanapa State Park
If you plan on taking the Road to Hana, consider staying in the area overnight. Waiʻanapanapa State Park is a great place to camp. This state park offers a remote, low-cliffed volcanic coastline with a famous black sand beach. Waiʻanapanapa State Park offers an assortment of lodging options including; tent camping, cabins, and RV camping. You can also enjoy picnicking, shore fishing and hiking along Ke Ala Loa O Maui/Piilani Trail. Other features and sights to see include; blow holes, native hala forest, cave, heiau (religious temple) and natural stone arch. You can book a reservation here:
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Kīpahulu District of Haleakala National Park
If you plan on taking the Road to Hana, consider traveling beyond to Kīpahulu District of Haleakala National Park , here you will find a great place to camp! This national park offers views of cascading waterfalls (Pools of ‘Oheʻo), sweeping ocean vistas, and Hawaiian cultural experiences. Kipahulu also offers drive up camping! Permits are not required, but campers must pay the park entry fee. Camping is limited to 3 nights in any 30-day period.
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