These spots range from difficult to access with heavy hiking, to easy spots with driveup access. Hawaii beach permit for maui hawaii weddings and vow renewals. Set in a picturesque rainforest, the kahua nui campgrounds are the largest in the park offering 15 campsites. Permits are issued mondayfriday except state holidays. There are lots of campgrounds on maui, and you really have to choose which one you want based on your preferred scenery, climate, and how far youre willing to drive. Camping on maui when my two lovely lady friends came to visit last month, one thing we definitely planned for was a much needed camping adventure.
Please call the respective park permit office for any questions or additional information to accommodate your needs. You must add a beach permit if you plan to have a beach wedding. Some camping spots are very remote, so you need to come prepared with food and water. Maui has a variety of camping areas state campsites, county campsites, national park campsites and other camp sites. While these campgrounds dont usually offer hookups, they do provide some of the best views youll find anywhere in the united states. Camping permits can be obtained at the headquarters visitor center. You have ultimate freedom in where you stay, what you do, what you eat and what stuff you can bring with you. Tents to protect yourself from the weather elements are highly recommended.
Find the best camping in maui at these 7 destinations. Yep, im cheap, but i also just like to get away from the crowds and create our own adventures. Jul 07, 2011 located between maalea and lahaina, this primitive roadside campground has several undesignated sites carved out of the area between the highway and the sea. Camping information department of environment and science. Applicants for camping permits shall be 18 years of age or older. Camping permits can be obtained at the headquarters visitor center between 8.
Here visitors can visit black rock puu kekaa, a sacred location in hawaiian mythology, where souls of the dead leapt from the human to the spiritual realm. Camping sites the black sand beach at waianapanapa state park is located in hana, a small town at the northeastern tip of maui. Maui is a unique place to go camping in a rental rv. Hiking into mauis dormant volcano is an experience like no other. Children under the age of 18 years are also free and must camp with at least one adult 18 years of age or older. We traded resorts for roughing it on our hawaiian honeymoon stuff. If you dont want to make camping on maui illegal, you need t0 get a permit to camp which you can find here. A permit or permission to camp on the land youre on. There are no actual rv parks on maui, so instead, rvers simply take their campers to one of this islands many campgrounds.
Camping trip planner free camping along your route. No permits can be obtained at the campsites and you will be asked to leave if you dont have one. Maui county beaches are public there are no private beaches on maui. On the other hand, you can camp without a permit, but if authorities catch you, you may be asked to leave andor pay a fine. The south maui office kihei community center will be closed on oct. Please note that the county of maui and state of hawaii campgrounds require permits obtained in advance by mail or walkin from their offices. Ive heard a few worrying stories about camping safety and so am looking for some safe campgrounds on these three islands.
Permit requirements and camping regulations may vary according to the county youre in. All state camping areas are administered by the hawaii dlnr, state parks. Moreton island national park and recreation area camping. New application process for maui parks and recreation maui. Unlike many island destination wedding venues, to ensure the public has continued unrestricted use of hawaii beaches, the state of hawaii imposes regulations on the wedding industry along with a permitting process for beach weddings. Camping in maui maui information guide maui guide to. Permits for free tent camping can be obtained at the haleakala visitors center from 8 a. This campsite has a milelong beach, with plenty of space to make your camp along the golden sand. Maui camping discouraged by county goverment in hawaii. The spectacular waimea canyon offers some of hawaiis best hiking. Maui camping a new ordinance cuts in half the number of county camping parks on maui, increases regulations, and provides stricter penalties. The department of parks and recreation currently has a total of three camping site locations that offer varying amenities for your convenience. Here are just a few of the things we learned about car camping on maui that we think you should know before embarking on your own maui camping adventure.
So we figured that glamping glamorous camping would be right up our alley. To the north, camp near the na pali coast state park for dreamy sailing and serious jurassic park vibes. As a bonus, going camping in maui instead of staying in a hotel is a smart move financially. The terrain inside the wilderness area of the volcano, which ranges from burntred cinder cones to ebonyblack lava flows, is astonishing. Hi am planning to camp with my wife and two kids in hawaii maui 5 nights, big island 6 nights and kauai 5 nights. Camp olowalu on maui had the best facilities of anywhere we camped. One great place to camp is the malaekahana bay state recreation center. However, permits for kalalau are also valid for camping at hanakoa, which is located a little beyond the halfway point of the trail, roughly 6 miles in from the trailhead. Permits are free, require photo identification, and a. We are coming to spend 18 days in hawaii in total starting october 7. All camping permits must be obtained before you arrive on the island. A hawaii beach permit is required for all maui beach weddings and vow renewal ceremonies.
You may also apply for your own hawaii beach permit through the state of hawaii department of land and natural resources. Park permit offices are located in the following areas. Its hard to get mad at any camping situation you stake out on a hawaiian islandbut when we go camping in maui, these are the ones we try to snag. The most epic and unique places to camp on maui include a blacksand beach. On their website you can download and print a camping permit request form and mail it in. Rim overlooks of one of the states scenic treasures the deep, colorful gorge of waimea canyon. When the park was established many of the native trees were removed. Day hiking is allowed with a permit up to hanakapi. This new process will affect application requests for the majority of facility usage countywide, including athletic fields, multipurpose fields, ballfields, courts, pools, and gymnasiums. For the first three nights of our stay in maui, we chose to stay at the lovely hawaiian dream temple, just outside of upcountry and nearby one of the coolest beach towns on the island. Any person or organization desiring to camp at a park shall first obtain a camping permit from the director by applying for same in person or in writing to the department of parks and recreation, county of maui permit office, 700 halia nakoa street, unit 2, wailuku, hi 96793. Hawaii safe camping united states lonely planet forum.
As ive mentioned before, maui vw camping is truly a killer experience. Wildlife is abundant, and on any given day you might see an incredible seabird colony or watch the parks tide pools turn crimson with the. Of course, even people with a lot of disposable income would enjoy spending the night under the stars, high on the slopes of haleakala, or on a great hawaiian beach, waking to the sound of waves and hawaiian birds. Projects that dont require a permit handyman hookup hawaii. No matter where you are in hawaii, most state, beach, and national parks require a camping permit. Clear all filters or view tripadvisors suggestions below. State parks camping permit information may be obtained from the dlnr wiki permits website. Luxury camping in maui will also allow guests to go hiking, whale watching, playing in waterfalls, and ziplining down the hawaiian islands longest zipline. Camping permits in city campgrounds are issued for three 3 days or five 5 days only, depending on the park selected. However, no camping or hiking will be allowed if the trail is closed. Sep 20, 2017 the county of maui, department of parks and recreation will be moving to the triannual permit process for all leagues and recreational programs. We partnered with cruisin maui rentacar to see what maui van life was all about, and started to see the island in a whole new light.
Weve travelled to a ton of tiny islands in the caribbean and love to explore. A valid camping permit is required to camp in all city campgrounds. Access to the large group campsite and the pavilion are obtained by contacting the park directly at 808 2337323. The black volcanic sand beach is a highlight at this state park in maui, hawaii, but theres plenty more to see, including freshwater caves, water tubes, anchialine pools, and a natural stone arch. Not as in someones going to kill you, but you know and because i am the poster girl for outdoorsy adventures ahem, or more likely because i am willing to write about ridiculously awesome experiences in exchange for ridiculously awesome complimentary local services, the kind and generous souls at aloha. The new law passed final reading by the county council may 7 and was approved the same day by maui mayor elmer cravalho. Keep scrolling down for a list of things that will come in handy for camping on maui.
Camping needs are always different around the world, depending on the location of where. Camping permits for the kalalau trail are issued for kalalau only, the preferred destination at the end of the 11mile trek. Permits are free, require photo identification, and a 10minute orientation. The following is a description of the available camping on the island of maui. Its a great way to wake up to the smell of sea breeze and the sound of the crashing waves on the beach. Extra ziplock bag or a few to keep your camping permit dry if you camp at. We take the hassle and cost out of road trips by giving you easy to follow directions and combining them with free and lowcost camping destinations tell us the route you want to take and well give you some suggestions for how to get there, along. Providing an affordable place to spend the night, camp olowalu offers both cabins and tent camping. If you plan to camp on maui, you will need to obtain a camping permit in advance.
Application for a permit is available on the hawaii state parks website. Jul 15, 2017 planning a camping trip takes a lot of preparation, especially for those who plan to hike the 11mile na pali coast where convenience stores are roughly a day hike away. There are some 27 miles of hiking trails, two camping sites, and three cabins. Purchase a camping or cabin permit for locations on the big island of hawaii. The guide to camping on maui hawaii updated june 2019. From 4 february 2020 moreton island mulgumpin camping and vehicle access permit bookings will be managed by mulgumpin camping.
Our one of a kind rooftop camping, guided excursions, backpacking kits and condos will allow you to see the island in a way that few do. Adjacent forest reserve with long, strenuous hike into and out of the canyon. On the west site of the island, just outside lahaina, travelers have another choice for camping in maui. Paliku and holua offer tent camping with a permit, and all provide wilderness cabins with advance reservation. Online reservation and permitting system for the state of hawaii, department of land and natural resources.
Maui camping guide papalaua beach park campground youtube. Wainapanapa state park papalaua state park camping information is subject to change without notice. It is not possible to purchase a permit at county parks, except spencer, where security personnel is authorized to issue a one night courtesy permit. We offer camping sets for groups of all sizes, from single campers to large groups. Both of the maui parks, polipoli spring state recreation area and wai. Hosmer grove is located on the slopes of haleakala, a truly scenic place for camping on maui. The extra moisture makes this spot exceptionally cool and lush. We are young couple from the czech republic who got last minute tickets from prague to maui. Camping always begins on friday and extends through the weekend ending on either monday at 8am 3 days or wednesday at 8am 5 days. Day packs, tents, beach towels are all necessary to ensure a successful camping trip. Polipoli spring state recreation area hawaii state parks. Camping in haleakala national park driveto campsites. Surf, snorkel, hike, and relax in some of the prettiest parts of paradise.
However, in the 1930s the the area was reforested with pines, eucalyptus, tropical ash, cypress, chinafir, and redwood. White, black, red, green, blue, yellow, magenta, cyan. Permit applications may be made in writing, by phone, or in person, and must be received at least 7 days before the camping event and no earlier than 1 year in advance. Even more troubling was the nonresponse by the police in that area. Maui camping guide complete list of camp spots pride of maui. To accommodate both climes, heres what i packed for camping on maui for two nights, plus the rest of the trips adventures. The only national parks with campgrounds in hawaii are on the big island at volcanoes national park and on maui at haleakala national park. What remains to be true is that the more time you spend outside in this magical paradise, the betteryou certainly wont run out of things to do while glamping in hawaii. On the big island, we recently had the wellpublicized incident at hookena where campers were severely beaten, including a pregnant woman and an elderly man. Maui hawaii camping is one great way to enjoy a hawaii vacation without spending a lot of money. Our road trip planner is the best tool for planning your next vacation. The southern area of kaanapali is home to the delightful whalers village, an.
Statewide camping reservations for division of state parks and division of forestry and wildlife. Community center reservations and camping permits can be processed at all listed offices regardless of the location of the requested facility. We are planning on camping for 2 or 3 weeks, starting in maui. The road to hana is 54 miles long starting in kahului and is extremely curvy.
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