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.

    Hanalei Beach Park near Hanalei Hawaii (Kauaai) is a county managed park offering primitive tent camping adjacent to the beach.

    Miloli`i Beach Park near Captain Cook Hawaii provides primitive tent camping near an ancient Hawaiian fishing village. County managed park.

    Ho’omaluhia Botanical Gardens near Kaneohe Hawaii (Oahu) provides primitive tent camping in a county managed park within the Ho’omaluhia Botanical Gardens. Situated against the picturesque Ko’olau Range and offers the only city campsites that are not on the beach. Kahua Kuou Campgrounds offer distinctive camping among plants from India and Sri Lanka. Three camping areas: Kahua Kuou, Kahua Lehua, and Kahua Nui-Makai.

    The Lodge at Kokee near Waimea Hawaii provides primitive tent and RV camping on the west side of Kauai.

    Ahupua’a O Kahana State Park in Hauula Hawaii is located on the windward side of O’ahu, between Kane’ohe and La’ie, and 26 miles from Honolulu. 10 primitive tent camping sites adjacent to the beach.

    Kiholo State Park Reserve near Kailua-Kona Hawaii (Hawai’i) offers primitive tent camping on weekends only . Accessible via a gated dirt road. Undeveloped area.

    Kaiaka Bay Beach Park near Haleiwa Hawaii (Oahu) features good surfing and fishing when in season. During most seasons this is probably not a swimming beach. A printed permit is required to camp in one of the 7 primitive tent sites.

    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.