94% (1.6K) • 71 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Big Island
Gilligan's Islands
1. Gilligan's Islands
100%
(2)
2 sites · Lodging · Leilani Estates, HI
Located on the 1983 lava flow field. There are uneven surfaces that require careful attention but is safe for the adventurous and fit. No annoying croaking frogs and no mosquitos makes this sea level location with blue water ocean views and trade wind breezes a perfect paradise with very little rain and lots of sunshine. There a 10' x 12' raised deck gazebo with a picnic table and ample surfaces for exercising and stretch yoga. We are a few minutes from the black sand clothing optional beach and clean ocean soaking/swimming and Uncle Robert's Wednesday night music extravaganza. There are refrigerators available and a composting toilet and a hot water shower for conservative water showering as all water must be transported in. The advantage is very little rain and lots of sunshine makes this location a pleasure with fluffy clouds to look at that don't get you wet!!! 2 furnished small houses and a gazebo with ample parking space and solar charging for electronics. Starlink WiFi is available and will provide connectivity and cell phone links !
Your host Dani aka Gilligan has your best experience in mind and is eager to share local knowledge and fun island facts and insights through decades of island life in all of Polynesia! The property is upwind from the Kilauea Volcano National Park and when active the glow of the eruption can been faintly viewed at night from the property ! 🏄♀️🏊🌊🌴🏝️🌋🛏️🌈. Surfing swimming waves tropical vegetation volcanoes comfortable sleeping and lots of rainbows is what you can expect to find here on Gilligan's Islands!
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from
$40
/ night
Skyes Treehouses
2. Skyes Treehouses
100%
(1)
1 site · Lodging · Fern Forest, HI
Do you have a Huck Finn spark in you to do the things on your bucket list? Are you ready for a rare opportunity to live and sleep in a living, environmental sculpture?
Here are 2 genuine treehouses, each built 20-feet up, integrated into 5 or 6 living ohia trees and each hidden away on four quiet acres of pristine, native Hawaiian rain forest! This world-class treehouse has huge windows and decks all around for spectacular 360-degree nature viewing.
Commune with birds and other tree creatures on their level. If you want to be outdoors, a unique skywalk 60-80 feet long that stretches out into a forest canopy of giant tree ferns at the same height at the TreeHouse. Be the first on the block to truly enjoy living in a real TreeHouse even for just a couple days, make your friends jealous
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$315
/ night
Earthsong Foundation
3. Earthsong Foundation
97%
(15)
3 sites · Lodging · Naalehu, HI
Earthsong Hawai’i is an eco-retreat and organic food forest spread across three acres that has maintained its wild tropical nature. Arriving into the land feels like entering into the forest. We are surrounded by macadamia nut orchards lined with giant pine trees. The rear of the property, which faces southeast, opens to pasture lands with unobstructed views of the Pacific ocean. Located in the magnificently biodiverse Ka’u, this is the largest and least populated district of Hawaii county, located on the island of Hawai’i otherwise known as the Big Island. Home to some of the island's most sought after destinations; The Green Sands Beach, Black Sands Beach, and Volcano National Park.Want to travel to Hawai’i affordably and leave a positive impact on the environment and local community? Are you seeking nature therapy? A peaceful place to pen your novel or practice your art? Or are you wanting to spend time learning more about permaculture, organic gardening, and sustainable living? For you, we open our ecological community space and healing sanctuary. During your stay we can leave you to enjoy the land in solitude or you are welcome to practice yoga, garden, and talk story with us when we are available. We can also customize a private retreat for you, if you are seeking a personalized stay that includes a program of activities and offerings. We welcome solo travelers, partners, friends, and families from around the world who want to live in harmony with the earth and practice the art of living simply.We are a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to serving our Mother Earth. We are stewards of sacred land and to us this is a great blessing and responsibility. We practice permaculture and biodynamic farming methods that nourish and preserve the soil, flora, and fauna which in turn provide us with food, natural medicine, and beauty to share with our community. We welcome support from those that hear the earth’s call for care and reciprocity.Visit our website to find out much more!
Toilets
Showers
Potable water
from
$100
/ night
'Aumakua Acres
4. 'Aumakua Acres
100%
(1)
1 site · Lodging · Hawaiian Ocean View, HI
Located 4,500 ft above sea level on the slopes of Mauna Loa. Immerse yourself in the peaceful cloud forest. Enjoy a stunning view of the coastline by day, and a dazzling array of stars by night. Bird watchers and nature lovers alike will delight in this space. You'll likely hear the songs of the northern cardinal, saffron finch, and zebra doves. If you have a keen eye, you might be able to spot a Jackson chameleon among the canopy. This whimsical off-grid experience is will give you a unique perspective on the rhythms and flora of the Hawaiian Mountains.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$70
/ night
Jungle Meets The Ocean
5. Jungle Meets The Ocean
90%
(5)
2 sites · Tents, RVs · Pahoa, HI
Welcome to this enchanting 1/4 spot nestled amidst lush jungle foliage adorned with banana, avocado, mango, star fruit, liliquio, lime, lemon, and orange trees.
Situated just 1000 feet from the ocean, guests can enjoy the nearby small tide pools for a relaxing soak. Additionally, it's only a ten-minute drive to ocean-side hot springs, offering a perfect retreat.
Discover the beauty of the Big Island while staying on the most scenic road, ensuring a truly unforgettable experience.
This is a quiet location and not a party spot:
Toilets
Showers
Potable water
from
$50
/ night
94% (1.6K) • 71 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Big Island
Gilligan's Islands
1. Gilligan's Islands
100%
(2)
2 sites · Lodging · Leilani Estates, HI
Located on the 1983 lava flow field. There are uneven surfaces that require careful attention but is safe for the adventurous and fit. No annoying croaking frogs and no mosquitos makes this sea level location with blue water ocean views and trade wind breezes a perfect paradise with very little rain and lots of sunshine. There a 10' x 12' raised deck gazebo with a picnic table and ample surfaces for exercising and stretch yoga. We are a few minutes from the black sand clothing optional beach and clean ocean soaking/swimming and Uncle Robert's Wednesday night music extravaganza. There are refrigerators available and a composting toilet and a hot water shower for conservative water showering as all water must be transported in. The advantage is very little rain and lots of sunshine makes this location a pleasure with fluffy clouds to look at that don't get you wet!!! 2 furnished small houses and a gazebo with ample parking space and solar charging for electronics. Starlink WiFi is available and will provide connectivity and cell phone links !
Your host Dani aka Gilligan has your best experience in mind and is eager to share local knowledge and fun island facts and insights through decades of island life in all of Polynesia! The property is upwind from the Kilauea Volcano National Park and when active the glow of the eruption can been faintly viewed at night from the property ! 🏄♀️🏊🌊🌴🏝️🌋🛏️🌈. Surfing swimming waves tropical vegetation volcanoes comfortable sleeping and lots of rainbows is what you can expect to find here on Gilligan's Islands!
Toilets
Showers
Wifi
from
$40
/ night
Skyes Treehouses
2. Skyes Treehouses
100%
(1)
1 site · Lodging · Fern Forest, HI
Do you have a Huck Finn spark in you to do the things on your bucket list? Are you ready for a rare opportunity to live and sleep in a living, environmental sculpture?
Here are 2 genuine treehouses, each built 20-feet up, integrated into 5 or 6 living ohia trees and each hidden away on four quiet acres of pristine, native Hawaiian rain forest! This world-class treehouse has huge windows and decks all around for spectacular 360-degree nature viewing.
Commune with birds and other tree creatures on their level. If you want to be outdoors, a unique skywalk 60-80 feet long that stretches out into a forest canopy of giant tree ferns at the same height at the TreeHouse. Be the first on the block to truly enjoy living in a real TreeHouse even for just a couple days, make your friends jealous
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$315
/ night
Earthsong Foundation
3. Earthsong Foundation
97%
(15)
3 sites · Lodging · Naalehu, HI
Earthsong Hawai’i is an eco-retreat and organic food forest spread across three acres that has maintained its wild tropical nature. Arriving into the land feels like entering into the forest. We are surrounded by macadamia nut orchards lined with giant pine trees. The rear of the property, which faces southeast, opens to pasture lands with unobstructed views of the Pacific ocean. Located in the magnificently biodiverse Ka’u, this is the largest and least populated district of Hawaii county, located on the island of Hawai’i otherwise known as the Big Island. Home to some of the island's most sought after destinations; The Green Sands Beach, Black Sands Beach, and Volcano National Park.Want to travel to Hawai’i affordably and leave a positive impact on the environment and local community? Are you seeking nature therapy? A peaceful place to pen your novel or practice your art? Or are you wanting to spend time learning more about permaculture, organic gardening, and sustainable living? For you, we open our ecological community space and healing sanctuary. During your stay we can leave you to enjoy the land in solitude or you are welcome to practice yoga, garden, and talk story with us when we are available. We can also customize a private retreat for you, if you are seeking a personalized stay that includes a program of activities and offerings. We welcome solo travelers, partners, friends, and families from around the world who want to live in harmony with the earth and practice the art of living simply.We are a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to serving our Mother Earth. We are stewards of sacred land and to us this is a great blessing and responsibility. We practice permaculture and biodynamic farming methods that nourish and preserve the soil, flora, and fauna which in turn provide us with food, natural medicine, and beauty to share with our community. We welcome support from those that hear the earth’s call for care and reciprocity.Visit our website to find out much more!
Toilets
Showers
Potable water
from
$100
/ night
'Aumakua Acres
4. 'Aumakua Acres
100%
(1)
1 site · Lodging · Hawaiian Ocean View, HI
Located 4,500 ft above sea level on the slopes of Mauna Loa. Immerse yourself in the peaceful cloud forest. Enjoy a stunning view of the coastline by day, and a dazzling array of stars by night. Bird watchers and nature lovers alike will delight in this space. You'll likely hear the songs of the northern cardinal, saffron finch, and zebra doves. If you have a keen eye, you might be able to spot a Jackson chameleon among the canopy. This whimsical off-grid experience is will give you a unique perspective on the rhythms and flora of the Hawaiian Mountains.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$70
/ night
Jungle Meets The Ocean
5. Jungle Meets The Ocean
90%
(5)
2 sites · Tents, RVs · Pahoa, HI
Welcome to this enchanting 1/4 spot nestled amidst lush jungle foliage adorned with banana, avocado, mango, star fruit, liliquio, lime, lemon, and orange trees.
Situated just 1000 feet from the ocean, guests can enjoy the nearby small tide pools for a relaxing soak. Additionally, it's only a ten-minute drive to ocean-side hot springs, offering a perfect retreat.
Discover the beauty of the Big Island while staying on the most scenic road, ensuring a truly unforgettable experience.
This is a quiet location and not a party spot:
Toilets
Showers
Potable water
from
$50
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Lilian
November 2025
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Donald
November 2025
3 nights at Skyes Treehouses
So the “secret treehouse” is quite a treat. It’s SUPER secluded with nothing but the sound of rainforest creatures to keep you company. You can’t see lights from anything but the night sky when it gets dark. It’s got four porches, all covered, as well as a GIANT outdoor covered gathering area under the house itself. The sleeping loft is comfortable even for adults as long as you’re okay climbing a ladder, but the main floor also has a queen bed for those who don’t want to climb. Kitchen is well appointed and useful, though be prepared for no dishwasher (it’s a treehouse!). Half bath on the main floor, but the full bath is on the “ground” level, so you’re doing steps down to shower.
This place is simply incredible. So cozy, but has pretty much everything you need including fast internet. Well, no dishwasher and no laundry (but the closest pay laundry is between there and the entrance of Volcanoes National Park, which is pretty close). There’s a bit of a haul through the woods to get your stuff to the treehouse, but it’s WORTH IT!
Definitely hoping to get back and stay in this place again.
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Alexandre
August 2025
1 night at 'Aumakua Acres
I had an amazing stay at this charming place, easily accessible by 2WD. The room was comfortable, spotless, and quiet. The hosts were incredibly welcoming, attentive, and made me feel right at home. I truly enjoyed every moment and would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting the area!
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Brian
May 2025
4 nights at Earthsong Foundation
Everything was great! I quiet and tranquil repose to the beginning of a great month-long journey. Ryan & Elena were fantastic hosts.
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Jacqueline
January 2025
Tent
Jeff had a lovely property. Very close to the ocean. It was secluded & quiet. Very eco friendly property
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Jess
January 2025
Tent
Jeff was an awesome host sharing his 'living the dream' spot. He was flexible about timing, super generous in his hospitality and refreshingly ecologically and socially conscious. It was wonderful to witness and experience being in such a low throughout mini homestead with all the needed amenities. In the morning it was sweet to share meditation time and fresh orange juice from his trees. I recommend meeting this wise, kind, and humble resident of the Island full of good cheer, great stories, and offering a peaceful spot from which you can hear ocean waves all eve. Thanks for a grounding place to sleep for our last eve on the island Jeff!
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Chelsea
November 2024
15 ft campervan
Jeff is super friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Felt safe and taken care of
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