Waimanu Valley Campsite near Waimea on the Big Island of Hawaii offers 9 primitive hike-in or kayak-in tent camping sites near secluded black sand beaches. Reservations required and are available via the forestry website. Very scenic setting the hike in is difficult but worth it. Composting toilet available.

    9 miles from Waipio lookout to campsites, difficult hike, highest point 1,320 feet to sea level, regulated commercial activity permitted.

    Malaekahana Beach Campground in Laie Hawaii offers primitive tent and vehicle camping adjacent to the beach and ocean. reasonable nightly rate.

    Hau’ula Beach Park near Hauula Hawaii (Oahu) is close to convenience shopping but far from the night life. A printed permit is required to camp in this park. All fees are non-refundable. Note: Houseless encounters likely. Primitive tent camping in a county run park.

    Namakanipaio Campground in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Hawaii provides 16 primitive tent camping sites managed by a concessionaire.

    Kalaeloa Beach Park near Ewa Beach Hawaii (Oahu) is a beautiful beach that features good surfing and very good fishing, camping at Kalaeloa Beach Park can seem quiet and very remote. A printed permit is required to camp in this park. All fees are non-refundable. Note: Houseless encounters likely. Primitive tent sites.

    Malaekahana State Recreation Area in La’ie (Laie) Hawaii provides primitive tent camping adjacent to the beach. Wooded beach park with swimming, bodysurfing, beach-related activities and shore fishing. Picnicking and camping at Kalanai Point Section.

    Kulanaokuaiki Camping Area in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Hawaii (Pahoa) provides primitive tent camping for free. 7 days stay limit. There is NO WATER at this location. This new campground has 8 campsites. 2 of the sites are wheelchair accessible. There is a vault-type toilet (no running water), and picnic tables. Fires are NOT permitted.

    Kea’au Beach Park near Waianae Hawaii (Oahu) provides 25 primitive tent campsites adjacent to the ocean.

    Kokololio Beach Park near La’ie Hawaii (Oahu) offers 5 primitive tent campsites adjacent to a popular beach.

    Kapa`a Beach Park near Kapaau Hawaii offers primitive tent camping adjacent to rocky shoreline. County managed park.

    Lualualei Beach Park near Waianae Hawaii (Oahu) provides 6 primitive tent camping sites open during the summer from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

    Laupahoehoe Beach Park near Laupahoehoe Hawaii offers primitive tent camping adjacent to the beach. County managed park.

    Maili Beach Park near Waianae Hawaii (Oahu) provides 12 primitive tent campsites adjacent to an historic community, Ma’ili Beach Park is very popular with local residents particularly during the summer.

    Keaiwa Heiau State Recreation Area in Aiea Hawaii offers 10 primitive tent campsites available from Friday through Wednesday. Call for reservations. 384-acre park located approximately 12 miles from Waikiki. Keaa¯wa Heiau is located at the park entry. Continue along the paved park road to the campgrounds, picnic areas, and trailhead for the ‘Aiea Loop Trail.

    Kolekole Beach Park near Pepeekeo Hawaii offers primitive tent camping in a grassy setting. County managed park.

    Nanakuli Beach Park near Waianae Hawaii (Oahu) provides 11 primitive tent camping sites adjacent to a spectacular beach that supports excellent fishing and challenging swimming conditions. Canoe clubs often throng the beach for both practice and competition attracting many local faces.

    Sand Island State Recreation Area in Honolulu Hawaii offers weekends-only primitive shoreline camping within a heavily industrialized area very close to the urban core of Honolulu and the flight path of the Honolulu International Airport. This park is also adjacent to the Sand Island Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) day use riding area – which contains tracks and trails for motorized OHV’s and non-motorized BMX bikes.

    Punalu`u Beach Park near Naalehu Hawaii provides primitive tent camping on grass adjacent to a rocky beach and the black sand Punalu’u Bay. County managed.

    Kualoa Regional Park near Kahaluu Hawaii (Oahu) offers primitive tent camping in two areas adjacent to ancient Hawaiian fishponds. Fishing here can be quite good.

    Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area near Kula Hawaii (Maui) provides primitive tent camping in a remote mountainous setting. 4-wheel drive recommended.