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This area offers one drive-up campground. Campers are advised that Kīpahulu is wet, remote, and far from most amenities. Come prepared - bring water, food, and a tent. There is no water available, but shared grills, picnic tables and pit-toilets are provided. Permits are not required, but campers must pay the $20 park entry fee. Camping is limited to 3 nights in any 30-day period.
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 ʻOheʻo Gulch. In the evenings, the sound of the ocean waves makes this a peaceful place. 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. Be prepared for rain, harsh sun, and mosquitoes.
Very clean place with private bbq stations. Each spot has there own space and its not overcrowded. Beautiful hiking option too + amazing sunrises. Keep in mind: national state park entry is an extra $30
Beautiful campsite (19) with great views and the sound of the ocean. It's a short walk in from where you park your car. Don't book sites 18-20 if you're car camping. I believe 15-17 are also walk in sites.
Sites 1-14 had BBQ grills. No fire rings at any of the sites.
Water available at the visitor center along with flush toilets if you don't want to use the pit toilets at the campground. Maybe a 5 minute walk. No showers.
Swimming is discouraged by the park in the pools and ocean.
Quite easily the best campground experience in the whole of the US. Sleeping in a tent with the sound of the ocean right next to you is an experience of a lifetime.
Multiple on the water walk in sites.
Car camp sites are away from the water, but still with views.
Running water only in visitor center, no super close.
Federal land.
Gate seems open at nights, not positive though.
