The best dog-friendly campgrounds in Big Island

Looking to camp with your pets on Big Island? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 160 options available in Big Island, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for you and your furry friends. And with an average price per night of $44 and options as low as $7, camping has never been more affordable. Check out the top campsites like Papa’s Hawaiian Orchid Farm (172 reviews), Luana Farm (156 reviews), and Wild Blue Water Ranch (70 reviews) to see what other campers have loved about these spots. Plus, popular amenities like potable water, campfires, and cooking equipment will ensure you have everything you need for a comfortable stay. And if you're looking for adventure, Big Island offers a range of activities from surfing to snow sports to boating. So pack up your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in Big Island with Hipcamp!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Big Island

Looking to camp with your pets on Big Island? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 160 options available in Big Island, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for you and your furry friends. And with an average price per night of $44 and options as low as $7, camping has never been more affordable. Check out the top campsites like Papa’s Hawaiian Orchid Farm (172 reviews), Luana Farm (156 reviews), and Wild Blue Water Ranch (70 reviews) to see what other campers have loved about these spots. Plus, popular amenities like potable water, campfires, and cooking equipment will ensure you have everything you need for a comfortable stay. And if you're looking for adventure, Big Island offers a range of activities from surfing to snow sports to boating. So pack up your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in Big Island with Hipcamp!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Big Island

1. Skyes Treehouses

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1 site · Lodging · Fern Forest, HI

Do you have a Huck Finn spark in you to do the things on your bucket list? Are you ready for a rare opportunity to live and sleep in a living, environmental sculpture? Here are 2 genuine treehouses, each built 20-feet up, integrated into 5 or 6 living ohia trees and each hidden away on four quiet acres of pristine, native Hawaiian rain forest! This world-class treehouse has huge windows and decks all around for spectacular 360-degree nature viewing. Commune with birds and other tree creatures on their level. If you want to be outdoors, a unique skywalk 60-80 feet long that stretches out into a forest canopy of giant tree ferns at the same height at the TreeHouse. Be the first on the block to truly enjoy living in a real TreeHouse even for just a couple days, make your friends jealous

2. Volcano National Park Orchard Camp

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1 site · Tent, RV · Pahala, HI

Welcome to our extraordinary off-grid retreat on the Big Island of Hawaii—featured on Discovery Channel’s Homestead Rescue: Between Two Volcanoes. Nestled between Mauna Loa and Kīlauea in the Kaʻū District, our 100-acre working farm offers guests a one-of-a-kind experience in nature, culture, and adventure. Just 10 minutes from Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and a short drive from Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, this location is a dream for explorers, stargazers, and nature lovers. Whether you're looking for solitude, eco-tourism, wellness, digital detox, or an enriching family getaway, this is the place! Step outside and you’re immersed in a living classroom of native flora, lava tubes, fruit orchards, and starlit skies. Wander trails through macnut groves, sip fresh coconut water under the monkeypod tree, or pick fruit straight from the trees—mango, banana, lilikoi, citrus, and more. Kids love the three-level treehouse, and families enjoy meeting our friendly farm animals: horses, cows, and farm dogs. At night, the Kaʻū Desert transforms into one of the darkest skies in the world. With no city lights for miles, stargazing is beyond incredible. Lay back with a blanket and marvel at the Milky Way, constellations, and even passing satellites or meteor showers. Our farm is rooted in Hawaiian values of sustainability, ʻohana (family), and aloha ʻāina (love for the land). We're happy to offer an optional guided farm tour or share stories about off-grid living and the volcanic history of the land. Guests leave not only rested, but deeply connected to the land and local culture. Please note: we are truly off the beaten path—no streetlights, no traffic, and no tourists. The final stretch of road is unpaved and best suited for SUVs

3. Jungle Meets The Ocean

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2 sites · Tents, RVs · Pahoa, HI

Welcome to this enchanting 1/4 spot nestled amidst lush jungle foliage adorned with banana, avocado, mango, star fruit, liliquio, lime, lemon, and orange trees. Situated just 1000 feet from the ocean, guests can enjoy the nearby small tide pools for a relaxing soak. Additionally, it's only a ten-minute drive to ocean-side hot springs, offering a perfect retreat. Discover the beauty of the Big Island while staying on the most scenic road, ensuring a truly unforgettable experience. This is a quiet location and not a party spot:

4. Hawai'i Roots and Branches Farm

3 sites · Lodging · Nanawale Estates, HI

On this lush ten acre farm, you'll enjoy the peace and solitude of the East Hawai'ian jungle PLUS access filtered rain water, solar electricity, and high speed Starlink internet. The rooms are beautiful, private, and luxurious with separate entrances and contactless check-in. The host loves to cater to his guests with fresh coconuts, homemade soaps and often elaborate meals. At any given time you'll have all-you-can-pick access to fresh jackfruit, citrus, lychee, ulu (breadfruit), cacao, avocados, starfruit, lemongrass, and much more! Ocean access is only a short car or bike ride away. Extensive, stunning walking paths surround the entire property. The farm is roughly 20 minutes from Pahoa Town with just over 2 miles of gravel road to the entrance. There are two ways to get to and from town. One direction boasts a stunning paved coastal drive lined with an old growth mango tree forest. The other offers a truly spectacular immersion through the 2018 lava flow via a newly re-cut and paved highway.

5. Mutiny Farms

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2 sites · Tents, Lodging · Hawaiian Ocean View, HI

Sleep under the stars on the slopes of the world’s largest active volcano, Mauna Loa. Located at 3700’ on a 250 year old lava flow, enjoy camping in a native forested lot that is accessible by 2WD vehicle. This is a great base location to enjoy activities on the south side of Big Island, including Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, Papakolea (Green Sand Beach), Punalu’u (Black Sand Beach), and Ka Lae (South Point). Break up your island wide cruise and spend more time in scenic Ka’ū, one of the last bastions of old Hawai’i. Mutiny Farms is 100% off-grid. There is currently no power available at either site. You will need to bring flashlights and rechargeable battery packs if you require any portable power. The property is about a 15 minute drive to Ocean View town center, and about an hour to Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park. Ocean View is the only community between Captain Cook and Volcano with restaurants, grocery stores, and other amenities. There are dogs, cats, and peacocks living on the farm. There are a variety of native and food plants growing on the property. At this elevation, the climate can be quite chilly, so please come prepared for the weather. We are happy to provide guided adventures in your personal or rental vehicle, or provide information to enhance your adventure. Your booking helps us continue to improve the property, which is dedicated to food sustainability for the district of Ka’ū. Mahalo nui loa.

Public campgrounds in and near Big Island

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Nämakanipaio Campground

26 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Donald

November 2025

3 nights at Skyes Treehouses

So the “secret treehouse” is quite a treat. It’s SUPER secluded with nothing but the sound of rainforest creatures to keep you company. You can’t see lights from anything but the night sky when it gets dark. It’s got four porches, all covered, as well as a GIANT outdoor covered gathering area under the house itself. The sleeping loft is comfortable even for adults as long as you’re okay climbing a ladder, but the main floor also has a queen bed for those who don’t want to climb. Kitchen is well appointed and useful, though be prepared for no dishwasher (it’s a treehouse!). Half bath on the main floor, but the full bath is on the “ground” level, so you’re doing steps down to shower. This place is simply incredible. So cozy, but has pretty much everything you need including fast internet. Well, no dishwasher and no laundry (but the closest pay laundry is between there and the entrance of Volcanoes National Park, which is pretty close). There’s a bit of a haul through the woods to get your stuff to the treehouse, but it’s WORTH IT! Definitely hoping to get back and stay in this place again.

Daniel

October 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Volcano National Park Orchard Camp

The hosts were quick to reach our and communicate with clear directions. The orchard was easy to find and access. There are beautiful horses and goats, and acres of lush macadamia and fruit orchards. Pahala is a very small town with no grocery stores or restaurants, so it would be best to stock up on supplies someplace like Kona or Hilo beforehand. We had a picnic in a giant treehouse, and a good night's sleep camped in our vehicle. We look forward to camping here again.

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Jacqueline

January 2025

Tent

1 night at Jungle Meets The Ocean

Jeff had a lovely property. Very close to the ocean. It was secluded & quiet. Very eco friendly property

Jess

January 2025

Tent

1 night at Jungle Meets The Ocean

Jeff was an awesome host sharing his 'living the dream' spot. He was flexible about timing, super generous in his hospitality and refreshingly ecologically and socially conscious. It was wonderful to witness and experience being in such a low throughout mini homestead with all the needed amenities. In the morning it was sweet to share meditation time and fresh orange juice from his trees. I recommend meeting this wise, kind, and humble resident of the Island full of good cheer, great stories, and offering a peaceful spot from which you can hear ocean waves all eve. Thanks for a grounding place to sleep for our last eve on the island Jeff!

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Chelsea

November 2024

15 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Jungle Meets The Ocean

Jeff is super friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Felt safe and taken care of

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Will

November 2024

Tent

1 night at Mutiny Farms

Kristina's site allows you to experience the volcanic landscape similar to what you would see while driving through the volcano park nearby, but with the simplicity of being able to car camp instead of requiring any backcountry gear or long hikes.