KIPAHULU CAMPGROUND
Main Campground
Until the Park is at full capacity each campsite allows a maximum of one vehicles with a maximum of 5 people and one tent. . The use of hammocks is considered a camping style and will be permitted, but limited to trees more than 10 inches in diameter with adequate padding and within the footprint of the campsite. No more than two attachments to any single tree. Temporary slacklines will also be permitted under the same conditions as hammocks provided they do not create any other safety hazard. Each campsite has one picnic table and a fire pit with attached grill. Two comfort stations provide two vault toilets each 4 total. No water or showers available. No electrical outlets. Pets are allowed on a leash no longer than six feet and hiking in the park with pets is allowed only on the roads and within the designated campground boundaries. Quiet hours are 10 pm to 8 am. Camping is limited to 3 nights in any 30-day period.
Walkin-in
Each campsite allows a maximum of one vehicle with 4 people and one tent. Hammocks are allowed but are limited to the footprint of the campsite. Each campsite has one picnic table, not fire pits or charcoal grills allowed. Propane stoves only. Parking in designated area only. You must carry all supplies from the parking to your campsite. Camping is limited to 3 nights in any 30-day period.
There are two general stores, Hana Store and the famous Hasegawa General Store in the nearby town of Hana, 10 miles away where you can purchase water basic food supplies. Hamoa Beach, Hana Bay Beach Park and Wainapanapa State Park are located near Hana Town for beach goers. Hana does have an interesting Cultural Center located above Hana Bay Beach Park. Located in Hana are the many food trucks for you to choose from for dining, or there is the Hana Ranch Restaurant and the Travassa Hotel if you don't feel like cooking. Be prepared for rain, harsh sun, and mosquitos.
Hiking is the major attraction for the Kipahulu District of the Park. The campground overlooks ocean cliffs and is a short walk to Oheo Gulch and Kuloa Point along the Coastline Trail. The Kuloa Point Loop Trail loops around and leads to the Pipi Wai trail which goes across the road and will go through a dense bamboo forest with views of Makahiku Falls and Waimoku Falls. The hike is a nature trail with a boardwalk going through the bamboo forest. The hike is 2 miles one-way and takes approximately 2 and1/2 hours to complete, taking your time to enjoy the scenery. Make sure to pack plenty of water and be prepared for rain at any time. Please keep in mind, these waterfalls are for viewing only. Adhere to all signs and be safe on your hike. Venturing off trails can lead to unwanted accidents. Junior Ranger programs are available for young children. Join our Rangers at the Visitor Center for information.
Two comfort stations provide two vault toilets each 4 total. No water or showers available. No electrical outlets. The Visitor Center is open daily and has historical displays as well as a small gift store. A comfort station is located outside of the Visitor Center with a water station and flush toilets. There are no water spigots for foot washing.
The campground is located in an open field area overlooking the ocean. The area is rocky coastline and is a short walk to Oheo Gulch and Kuloa Point along the Coastline Trail.There are no beaches located at this campground.