Backcountry Camp at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

The backcountry of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

NPS Photo/A. LaValle

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park includes over 123,000 acres of legally designated wilderness with many miles of trails to explore. All seven backcountry campsites (Ka‘aha, Halapē, Keauhou, ‘Āpua Point, Nāpau, Pepeiao Cabin, and Pu'u'ula'ula (Red Hill) Cabin, and Mauna Loa Summit Cabin via 'Āinapō Trail require a permit from the Backcountry Office for overnight stays.

See the Backcountry Hiking webpage for more info on sites and details on how to obtain your permit.
 

Backcountry Office contact information:
Telephone - 808-985-6178
Contact Us Email Form

Map and directions to the Backcountry Office ( jpg - 784KB )

Backcountry Planner
page 1 ( jpg - 5.03MB )
page 2 ( jpg - 3.59MB )

Details

Activity

Backcountry Camping

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

Yes

Park entrance fee and any fees related to backcountry permits apply.

Reservations

Yes

Permits must be reserved through the Backcountry Office, 808-985-6178

Accessibility Information

Backcountry hiking trails are through rough, uneven terrain and vary widely.