The best waterfall campgrounds near Poipu, Hawaii

Poipu draws campers eager for waterfall hikes and lush scenery. You’ll find four campsites set near waterfall trails, each offering a unique way to experience the island’s rugged terrain. Campfires are allowed, and most sites provide showers and toilets—essentials after a muddy trek. Hiking dominates the scene, but keep your binoculars handy for wildlife-watching. Fishing spots dot the area too, if you’re keen to cast a line. Ask locals for trail tips; the best falls are often tucked away, just off the main path.

Top-rated campgrounds near Poipu

1. Kōkeʻe State Park

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1 site · Wainiha, Hawaii

Welcome to paradise! No joke, Koke’e State Park on the island of Kauai is the textbook definition of the word. Well almost anywhere on the island may fit that description, but not everywhere can you get views of the Napali Cliffs and Kalalau Valley from 4,000-feet elevation. Now that’s a view you don’t see everyday! Hit the trails to hike through native rainforest and along the rim of Waimea Canyon to arrive at some mind blowing, high elevation views. Bring the fishing pole to score some very clean trout in the rushing creeks, pick plums in the trees above, and even hunt for wild pigs in certain areas. Pitch your tent to stay awhile, and pretend you are a primitive human living off of the land in the garden of eden. You might just want to throw in the towel at your old life and live here forever more.

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2. Nāpali Coast State Wilderness Park

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3 sites · Haena, Hawaii

Seeing the sacred, soul stirring natural beauty here should be at the top of everyone's bucket list.

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Poipu draws campers eager for waterfall hikes and lush scenery. You’ll find four campsites set near waterfall trails, each offering a unique way to experience the island’s rugged terrain. Campfires are allowed, and most sites provide showers and toilets—essentials after a muddy trek. Hiking dominates the scene, but keep your binoculars handy for wildlife-watching. Fishing spots dot the area too, if you’re keen to cast a line. Ask locals for trail tips; the best falls are often tucked away, just off the main path.