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There are two primitive wilderness tent camping areas which are accessible only by trail, Hōlua and Palikū. Reservations are required for both campsites through www.recreation.gov. The reservation system is live as of April 22, 2021 at 7 am HST.
Each single campsite allows a maximum of five people and two tents.
Group campsites allow for a maximum of ten people.
Hōlua and Palikū campsites have pit toilets and seasonally non-potable water available nearby. The water must be filtered or treated before drinking. In times of drought, all water must be carried in.
Horses, mules, and donkeys are permitted as pack animals on the Keoneheʻeheʻe Trail, Halemauʻu Trail, and Supply Trail. All waste produced by pack animals must be removed from parking areas and trailheads. No group may have more than 12 pack animals. Riders, commerical operators, and owners are responsible for the removal of dead or injured stock within 72 hours. Pets of any other kind are prohibited on all trails.
Online reservations may be utilized to reserve sites up to six (6) months in advance The cost is $8-9 per reservation, for a maximum stay of three nights per 30 day period. This fee covers the cost of online services through the use recreation.gov, and is non-refundable.
No in-person permit reservation or pick up is available. A printed reservation from the confirmation email must be carried at all times by the trip leader. Upon receiving your reservation, watch the Leave No Trace video located on that page.
Staying overnight within Haleakalā National Park is only allowed in a designated camping area. Reservations can be made at Hosmer Grove Campground in the summit district or in Kīpahulu Campground in the coastal district.
Great place to camp. Wish I could go back. Was there on a full moon. You could read without a headlamp at night
Not a fan. Rather sleep outside. For something you have to reserve up to six months out for it's best and less 'ew' to just get tent camp at one of the camping spots. Place was dingy, smelly, and worn out. No thanks.
Good spot for primitive camping. You need a permit to camp here (free), and they say you need to treat your water, although there is a water source at the camp. Cabin looks lovely, and primitive sites were nice. It is so incredibly quiet here, and sunrise and sunset are incredible, watching the lower clouds encroach and recede in the valley. The hike in is strenuous and can be hot in the sun, but trail is well-maintained and mostly dirt or rock steps.
