Campgrounds and Cabins Camping

Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping

Permit-only weekend tent camping on garden lawns beneath the Koolau cliffs, one of the few quiet non-beach camping options on Oahu

Ages 3–18+
Cost Paid
Duration ~24hrs
Difficulty Easy
Setting Outdoor

A city and county botanical garden on Oahu that allows weekend tent camping in grassy lawns beneath the sheer green wall of the Koolau Range. It is one of the only genuinely quiet, non-beach camping options on the island, and the setting is spectacular: 400 acres of themed tropical plantings, a small lake for catch-and-release fishing, and the ridge rising straight up behind the tents. Camping is limited to a Friday through Monday window and requires a permit obtained in advance from the county.

Pricing

A camping permit must be obtained in advance from the City and County of Honolulu, and camping is limited to a Friday through Monday window. Permit fees are low (verify)

Common Questions

How much does Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping cost?
Admission to Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping is paid. A camping permit must be obtained in advance from the City and County of Honolulu, and camping is limited to a Friday through Monday window. Permit fees are low (verify)
What ages is Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping good for?
Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping is best for kids ages 3 to 18+.
Is Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping stroller friendly?
No, Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping is not considered stroller friendly.
Can I bring my dog to Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping?
No, dogs are not allowed at Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping.
How hard is Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping?
The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 24 hours.
Is Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping free?
No, there is a cost to visit Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping. A camping permit must be obtained in advance from the City and County of Honolulu, and camping is limited to a Friday through Monday window. Permit fees are low (verify)
What should I bring to Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping?
Tent, ground tarp for wet grass, rain gear, camp stove, groceries, bug spray, printed permit
How long does Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping take?
Most families spend about 24 hours at Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping.
When is the best time to visit Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping?
Year-round, though the windward side is wet. Camping runs Friday through Monday only.
Is there parking at Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden Camping?
Parking inside the garden near the camping lawns. Gates close in the evening.

Plan Your Visit

45-680 Luluku Rd, Kaneohe, HI 96744

(808) 233-7323

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