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Haleakalā National Park, Hāna, HI, 93713
National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 26, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
The Kīpahulu campground is about 1/8 mile (.2km) south of the Kīpahulu Visitor Center. It overlooks ocean cliffs and is a short walk from 'Ohe'o Gulch. The campground has picnic tables, BBQ grills, and pit toilets. No water is available at Kīpahulu Campground; However, drinking water is available at the Kīpahulu Visitor Center restrooms. There are two general stores in the nearby town of Hāna (10 miles [16km] away) where you can purchase water and basic food supplies.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
Campers will check in at the Kīpahulu entrance station. The check in time is 2 pm. Check out time is no later than 11 am on the last day of the reservation. Campers are expected to leave their camp site neat and litter free for the next visitor.
Weather
Kīpahulu Campground is often hot, humid, and buggy. Be prepared for intense rain, sun, and mosquitos when staying at the campground.
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Directions
Kīpahulu Campground is located on the right immediately past the Kīpahulu District Entrance Station. Follow the road .3 mile to the campground loop.
Rates & Fees
Campsite Fee
Fee for a single campsite reservation.
Entrance Fee
All park visitors are required to purchase a recreational use pass upon entering Haleakalā National Park. Passes are non-transferable and are valid for 3 days including the date of purchase. A variety of park passes cover park entrance fees. $30.00 per private vehicle - Valid for 3 days. $25 per motorcycle - Valid for 3 days. $15.00 per pedestrian or bicycle - Valid for 3 days. A variety of annual passes are also available, see https://www.nps.gov/hale/planyourvisit/fees.htm for details.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Fires permitted only in provided grills. Gas stoves are permitted. No ground fires allowed.Regulations Overview
Overnight stays are limited to three nights total for all park areas in a 30 day period.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
The campsites are not paved, but vehicles can easily access each individual site in the loop.
RV Allowed
No
RV Information
There are no RV or trailer sites.
RV Maximum Length
0
Additional Information
Water is available nearby at the Kīpahulu Visitor Center.
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
There are accessible restrooms and water fountains at the Kīpahulu Visitor Center. The campsites are spread out on a flat grassy field, which can be muddy and rocky in places. A small number of sites are .2 mile away from the main campsite loop.
Trailer Allowed
No
Access Roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classifications
Limited Development Campground
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