Wilderness Tent Sites
20.7395, -156.2186 · Park boundary: National Park Service
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Reservation detailsThere are two primitive wilderness tent areas which are accessible only by trail, Hōlua and Palikū. These sites are only reservable on recreation.gov. No first come-first serve sites are available.
- Every day
- All Day
Wilderness tent sites are open year-round.
All park visitors are required to purchase a 3-day Entrance Pass at the Entrance Gate upon arrival to the park. The campsite reservation does not cover your Entrance Pass. An automated entrance pass machine is available after hours.
When making a reservation online with rec.gov, users will incur an $8.00 service fee. If making reservations using the rec.gov call center, users will incur a $9.00 service fee.
Reservations are required to camp at all Wilderness tent sites.
- Drinking water
- Water · but not potable
- Toilets
- Vault Toilets - year round
- Amphitheater
- No
- Camp store
- No
- Cell reception
- No
- Dump station
- No
- Firewood for sale
- No
- Food storage lockers
- No
- Host on site
- No
- Ice for sale
- No
- Internet
- No
- Laundry
- No
- Showers
- None
- Trash & recycling
- No
- RVs
- Not allowed
- Trailers
- Not allowed
- Access roads
- No Roads
- Classification
- Designated Primitive Campsites
- Cell service
- There is no cell service in the Wilderness Crater of Haleakalā--campers should not rely on this form of communication.
No wheelchair accessibility.
No ADA campsites.
No open fires are allowed in the Wilderness of Haleakalā. Campers are advised to come prepared with a small backpacking stove to prepare any meals.
Palikū and Hōlua Wilderness tent sites can be accessed from the Halemauʻu Trailhead (about 10 minutes from the entrance) or the Keoneheʻeheʻe Trailhead (about 30 minutes from the entrance).
Sites are located inside Haleakalā crater and involve a strenuous hike. Campers should prepare for hot, sunny, cold, wet, and windy conditions as weather can change rapidly. There is no shade or water on the crater floor, and temperatures can vary from 40-70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 30-50 degrees Fahrenheit at night, so pack plenty of water, sunscreen, and layers. If it is stormy, winds can exceed 80 miles per hour with temperatures dropping well below freezing.
Camping outside of designated tent sites is prohibited. All tent sites are designated by a brown tent stakes and directional arrows. No pets are allowed on trails or campsite facilities in Haleakalā National Park. Overnight stays are limited to three (3) nights total for all Park areas in a 30-day period.
Location, hours, and facility details confirmed against the National Park Service registry.
National Park Service registryChecked 2026-08-04
Can you reserve a campsite at Wilderness Tent Sites?
Yes. Wilderness Tent Sites in Haleakalā National Park has 10 sites that can be reserved in advance.
How many campsites does Wilderness Tent Sites have?
Wilderness Tent Sites in Haleakalā National Park has 10 campsites.
What is the maximum RV length at Wilderness Tent Sites?
Wilderness Tent Sites does not take RVs.
How much does it cost to camp at Wilderness Tent Sites?
Wilderness Tent Sites in Haleakalā National Park charges between $8 and $30 per night, depending on the site type.
Are there showers at Wilderness Tent Sites?
No. Wilderness Tent Sites in Haleakalā National Park does not list showers.
Is there drinking water at Wilderness Tent Sites?
Yes. Wilderness Tent Sites in Haleakalā National Park lists drinking water: Water · but not potable.
Is there cell service at Wilderness Tent Sites?
No. Wilderness Tent Sites in Haleakalā National Park does not list cell reception.
Is there a dump station at Wilderness Tent Sites?
No. Wilderness Tent Sites in Haleakalā National Park does not list dump station.
Is Wilderness Tent Sites wheelchair accessible?
Wilderness Tent Sites in Haleakalā National Park: No wheelchair accessibility.
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