Hawaii Lava Tube Campground
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- Peaceful campground with its own lava tube on the Big Island
- La’aloa Beach Park an hour’s drive; Kailua-Kona an hour and 15 minutes
- Onsite dog park; spectacular beaches within a half-hour drive
Luxuriant nature all around; adventures exploring a large lava tube right on the property; and spectacular beaches within a half-hour drive – that’s a pretty awesome trio of attractions, right? And that’s what awaits at Hawaii Lava Tube Campground, a peaceful wild camping spot (but not too wild – read on to find out about its many amenities) in the south of the Island of Hawai’i (also known as Big Island, and the home of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park).
Couples, families and big groups get a warm ‘aloha’ at this lush campground in a gorgeously wild and scenic location, right on the slopes of a volcano. Your four-legged friends are welcome, too: there’s a dog park where they can get a little exercise, or they can follow you on your wanderings. Not all areas of the national park allow dogs, though, so be sure to check in advance. The campground owners know the island like the back of their hands, and they will also be able to direct you to excellent (and dog-friendly, if necessary) spots.
On-site amenities include a bathhouse, a shower lined with aromatic cedar wood (for a sauna-like feel), a washing-up area and a communal fridge-freezer where you can stash your drinks and meal supplies. Parents of small children may well appreciate the baby changing room, too. Please note that there is no drinkable water on the property, so it’s best to come prepared: the nearest shops are a 10-minute drive away, along the Mamalahoa Highway, where there’s also a handful of restaurants.
Campground type
10
10Open all year 
Tourist board rating
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent sitesThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Gastronomic delight Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) No drinkable water point Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Level campground, no steep slopes Site close to accessible bathrooms Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmac Well-lit pathNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Hawaii Lava Tube Campground
92-2123 Hukilau Dr.
Ocean View
Hawaii
USA
96737
Directions Timezone
Pacific/Honolulu HST (GMT-10:00)
GPS
19.11957°N
155.76195°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Until the early 1800s, Pu’uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park (50 minutes’ drive) was a sanctuary for people who had broken one of the ancient laws; if the culprit managed to make it to this outpost on the west coast of the island, they would be absolved. Today, visitors can admire carved statues of ancient Hawaiian gods, as well as looking out native birds.
A small beach fringed by tall palm trees and lapped by impossibly clear waters, La’aloa Beach Park (an hour) is also known as Magic (or Disappearing) Sands because at high tide the ocean covers it almost completely, leaving only a rocky shoreline. This is a popular spot for swimming and bodyboarding, and there’s usually a lifeguard on duty.
In Kailua-Kona (an hour and 15 minutes), the pier is the place to start your sportfishing and snorkeling adventures. A former royal abode, Hulihe‘e Palace is an elegant mansion housing a museum with royal portraits and feather standards.
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- Does Hawaii Lava Tube Campground have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Hawaii Lava Tube Campground dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Hawaii Lava Tube Campground? Until the early 1800s, Pu’uhonua O Honaunau National Historical Park (50 minutes’ drive) was a sanctuary for people who had broken one of the ancient laws; if the culprit managed to make … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Hawaii Lava Tube Campground?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: noon – Anytime Depart by: noon - How much does it cost to stay at Hawaii Lava Tube Campground? From $50 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.