Captain Cooks Lava Tube Camp/cabins

98%

42 reviews

· Hawaiian Ocean View, Hawaii, Hawaii

4 acres hosted by Josh B.

19 RV/tent sites · 1 tent site

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Enjoy the comforts of home at some sites—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

Tent Sites will start at $45 a night and go up with Gazebo's $69 a night with additional tents $10 a night. Lookout Tower can be reserved first come first served. Touring the Lava Tube is free with a paid Camp reservation. All Items brought in, must be taken back out. The showers and toilets are brand new comfortable and very clean and maintained multiple times a day. The property is very well laid out for campers to have their own privacy and access to the facilities and lava tube. The star gazing here is phenomenal and the lava tube is one of the biggest on the island at 450' long with a 50' ceiling and about 50' wide.. going in on a nice staircase to a groomed path is a breeze. Leaving is just as spectacular. I call it entering a new world by maina Loas creation. The paths are lit up by hundreds of solar lights and all building have automatic lights to assist your navigation of the property.

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98% Recommend45 ratings · 42 reviews

Josh's campsite offers a unique blend of natural beauty and thoughtful amenities, creating a comfortable outdoor experience. Guests appreciate the clean facilities, including hot showers and flushing toilets, which are rare finds at campsites. The lava tube on the property adds an adventurous element, while the clear night skies provide excellent stargazing opportunities. Most reviews praise Josh's welcoming nature, though one review noted a communication hiccup regarding check-in details.

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Tatjana J.

1 review

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· April 2025

5 m car ·

Deckhands Tents Sites

We spent a very quiet night in our RV. Toilets and shower were clean. Josh was a very good host, we felt comfortable. He also gave us helpful tips for our next destinations on the island. His personal tour of the Lavatube was a highlight. Thank you Josh.

Penny B.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

5 m car ·

First watch gazebo

The land is amazing where you can walk through a lava tunnel and walk to points where you can have a view of the ocean. Josh showed us all around and made sure we had what we needed for our stay. Josh was knowledgeable and provided us with information about the land. The facilities were very clean with flushing toilets and awesome instant hot water showers. We felt very safe! An adventure worth taking, to camp in Hawaii! Where you can see the stars so bright!

Cecile M.

5 reviews

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· April 2025

Great location and beautiful views!

Tent ·

First mates tent site

Josh’s campsite was fantastic! The showers and toilets were exceptionally clean—a huge plus for any campsite. With plenty of water available, we could enjoy long, refreshing showers after a full day of travel. The campsite itself is stunning, set atop lava stone, offering a unique and picturesque setting. We pitched our tent on a soft, level surface and were able to park our car right next to it, which was incredibly convenient. Josh was an outstanding host—kind, accommodating, and even generous enough to upgrade our campsite. I highly recommend staying here, as it provides the perfect base for exploring the south side of the Big Island and is just a short drive from the national park.

Dustin S.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· March 2025

Tent ·

First mates tent site

Josh has a fantastic setup! We had an amazing time. The location is incredibly peaceful. Hot water, flushing toilets, and beautiful Hawaiian plants flowering all over! Josh was so welcoming and friendly. He made sure we were comfortable and gave us a tour of the property, including the stunning lava tube. We can’t wait to return for another camp trip sometime soon. Mahalo nui Josh!!

Toby S.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· March 2025

Unique, clean, and nice!

5 m campervan ·

First mates tent site

Josh was attentive, friendly and communicative ensuring our check-in was smooth and that we could use the facilities. The bathrooms were spotless and the warm shower was a great plus. I’m not super into caves, but the lava tube was majestic. We also enjoyed the fresh black coffee and especially the two puppies who welcomed us as well.

Bree R.

2 reviews

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· March 2025

A Rocky Hidden Gem

5 m campervan ·

Deckhands Tents Sites

This place is a newly developed hidden treasure. Bathrooms and wash areas were meticulous. The owner showed us around their property and has a hidden gem that should not be missed. If you are interested in a game of corn hole you may be asked to join an ongoing game. Great place to stay and if we did not live so far away we would go back in a heart beat.

Location

Hawaiian Ocean View, Hawaii, Hawaii, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Nā moku ʻehā First Nations according to

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