The best camping near Kihei with campfires

Kihei is like a Hawaii postcard come to life. Turquoise seas lap at white-sand beaches, and palm trees frame jungle-covered hills. A short drive away, you can surf Lahina or hike Haleakala National Park. Camping is the perfect way to experience Kihei and stay close to the action. For the closest West Maui camping sites, head to Papalaua Beach Park. Sleep on the sand next to the ocean; many spots are shaded for comfort. Or, hop on the Hana Highway and camp at Kanaha Beach Park near Kahului. Be sure to get a permit before tent camping at one of Maui’s beach parks. At Waiʻanapanapa State Park, choose from cabins and sites with picnic tables. Here, you can go birding, hike the Hawaiian coast, or fish in the sea just steps from camp. Inside Haleakala National Park, hike to one of two backcountry campgrounds. The park also has two drive-up campgrounds: Hosmer Grove and Kipahulu. The best part of camping near Kihei is the weather. Temperatures tend to stay in the 70s and 80s for most of the year. Bring rain gear and light layers for higher-elevation camping.

Top-rated campgrounds

The Hidden Food Forest

1. The Hidden Food Forest

13mi from Kihei · 5 sites · Lodging · Olowalu, HI

🌺 Off-Grid Ocean Oasis on a Regenerative Maui Farm 🌺 Welcome to our slice of paradise—where the mountains meet the sea, and wild abundance surrounds you. Tucked away on the lush west side of Maui, our off-grid regenerative orchard is more than a place to sleep—it’s an invitation into real island life. Wake up steps from the ocean in your cozy cabin, nestled among fruit trees and singing birds. Pick your breakfast papaya right off the tree. Watch wild deer wander past as you sip coffee under the mango trees. 🏄‍♀️ Crave adventure? Grab a kayak, surfboard, or fishing rod and hit the waves. 🥾 Prefer stillness? Hike to sacred petroglyphs or follow the nearby stream—one of the last running freshwater sources on the west side. 🌈 Curious soul? Learn regenerative agriculture from one of Maui’s most experienced land stewards. You’ll see firsthand how we’re rewilding the land and feeding the community. Back at basecamp, enjoy: ✅ Fast Wi-Fi and communal spaces to connect or chill ✅ BBQ grills and smokers to cook your farm-fresh meals ✅ Night skies full of stars and the sound of the ocean to lull you to sleep

Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area

2. Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area

2 sites · Keokea, Hawaii

Discover Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area's high-elevation forest trails.

Haleakalā National Park

3. Haleakalā National Park

4 sites · Hana, Hawaii

From the sea to a volcano summit, Haleakalā preserves spectacular Hawaiian wilderness.

Waiʻānapanapa State Park

4. Waiʻānapanapa State Park

13 sites · Hana, Hawaii

Discover Waiʻānapanapa State Park's volcanic beauty and cultural heritage.

Pālāʻau State Park

5. Pālāʻau State Park

1 site · Kualapuu, Hawaii

Discover Pālāʻau State Park's historic vistas and serene camping.

Kihei is like a Hawaii postcard come to life. Turquoise seas lap at white-sand beaches, and palm trees frame jungle-covered hills. A short drive away, you can surf Lahina or hike Haleakala National Park. Camping is the perfect way to experience Kihei and stay close to the action. For the closest West Maui camping sites, head to Papalaua Beach Park. Sleep on the sand next to the ocean; many spots are shaded for comfort. Or, hop on the Hana Highway and camp at Kanaha Beach Park near Kahului. Be sure to get a permit before tent camping at one of Maui’s beach parks. At Waiʻanapanapa State Park, choose from cabins and sites with picnic tables. Here, you can go birding, hike the Hawaiian coast, or fish in the sea just steps from camp. Inside Haleakala National Park, hike to one of two backcountry campgrounds. The park also has two drive-up campgrounds: Hosmer Grove and Kipahulu. The best part of camping near Kihei is the weather. Temperatures tend to stay in the 70s and 80s for most of the year. Bring rain gear and light layers for higher-elevation camping.

Top-rated campgrounds

The Hidden Food Forest

1. The Hidden Food Forest

13mi from Kihei · 5 sites · Lodging · Olowalu, HI

🌺 Off-Grid Ocean Oasis on a Regenerative Maui Farm 🌺 Welcome to our slice of paradise—where the mountains meet the sea, and wild abundance surrounds you. Tucked away on the lush west side of Maui, our off-grid regenerative orchard is more than a place to sleep—it’s an invitation into real island life. Wake up steps from the ocean in your cozy cabin, nestled among fruit trees and singing birds. Pick your breakfast papaya right off the tree. Watch wild deer wander past as you sip coffee under the mango trees. 🏄‍♀️ Crave adventure? Grab a kayak, surfboard, or fishing rod and hit the waves. 🥾 Prefer stillness? Hike to sacred petroglyphs or follow the nearby stream—one of the last running freshwater sources on the west side. 🌈 Curious soul? Learn regenerative agriculture from one of Maui’s most experienced land stewards. You’ll see firsthand how we’re rewilding the land and feeding the community. Back at basecamp, enjoy: ✅ Fast Wi-Fi and communal spaces to connect or chill ✅ BBQ grills and smokers to cook your farm-fresh meals ✅ Night skies full of stars and the sound of the ocean to lull you to sleep

Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area

2. Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area

2 sites · Keokea, Hawaii

Discover Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area's high-elevation forest trails.

Haleakalā National Park

3. Haleakalā National Park

4 sites · Hana, Hawaii

From the sea to a volcano summit, Haleakalā preserves spectacular Hawaiian wilderness.

Waiʻānapanapa State Park

4. Waiʻānapanapa State Park

13 sites · Hana, Hawaii

Discover Waiʻānapanapa State Park's volcanic beauty and cultural heritage.

Pālāʻau State Park

5. Pālāʻau State Park

1 site · Kualapuu, Hawaii

Discover Pālāʻau State Park's historic vistas and serene camping.

Public campgrounds near Kihei

Polipoli Campground

Polipoli Campground

8.9mi from Kihei · 1 site · in Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area

Polipoli Cabin

Polipoli Cabin

9.2mi from Kihei · 1 site · in Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area

Hosmer Grove

Hosmer Grove

13mi from Kihei · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Haleakalā National Park

Hōlua Campsite

Hōlua Campsite

14mi from Kihei · 1 site · in Haleakalā National Park

Palikū Campsite

Palikū Campsite

19mi from Kihei · 1 site · in Haleakalā National Park

Kīpahulu Campground

Kīpahulu Campground

26mi from Kihei · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Haleakalā National Park

Waiʻānapanapa Campground

Waiʻānapanapa Campground

28mi from Kihei · 1 site · in Waiʻānapanapa State Park

Waiʻānapanapa Cabins

Waiʻānapanapa Cabins

28mi from Kihei · 12 sites · in Waiʻānapanapa State Park

Pālāʻau Campground

Pālāʻau Campground

46mi from Kihei · 1 site · in Pālāʻau State Park

Nearby parks

Explore the area’s public lands.

Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area

Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area

Haleakalā National Park

Haleakalā National Park

Waiʻānapanapa State Park

Waiʻānapanapa State Park

Pālāʻau State Park

Pālāʻau State Park

Kualapuu, Hawaii

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Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

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Pu`ukohola-Heiau National Historic Site

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Ahupuaʻa ʻO Kahana State Park

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