Hosmer Grove Campground
First-come tent camping at 6,800 feet in Haleakala, which turns the brutal predawn sunrise drive into a fifteen-minute one
A small first-come campground at 6,800 feet in Haleakala National Park, in an experimental forest planted with pine, cedar and eucalyptus that smells nothing like the rest of Maui. The practical reason families camp here is sunrise: you are already above 6,800 feet, so the 3am drive up from sea level in the dark becomes a fifteen-minute one. The nature trail behind the campground is one of the better spots on Maui to see native honeycreepers. Nights are near freezing, which catches most visitors off guard.
Pricing
$30/vehicle national park entry fee; the campground itself has historically been free and first come first served. Sunrise viewing requires a separate advance reservation (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Hosmer Grove Campground cost?
- Admission to Hosmer Grove Campground is paid. $30/vehicle national park entry fee; the campground itself has historically been free and first come first served. Sunrise viewing requires a separate advance reservation (verify)
- What ages is Hosmer Grove Campground good for?
- Hosmer Grove Campground is best for kids ages 5 to 18+.
- Is Hosmer Grove Campground stroller friendly?
- No, Hosmer Grove Campground is not considered stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Hosmer Grove Campground?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Hosmer Grove Campground.
- How hard is Hosmer Grove Campground?
- The difficulty level is moderate. Plan for about 24 hours.
- Is Hosmer Grove Campground free?
- No, there is a cost to visit Hosmer Grove Campground. $30/vehicle national park entry fee; the campground itself has historically been free and first come first served. Sunrise viewing requires a separate advance reservation (verify)
- What should I bring to Hosmer Grove Campground?
- Cold-rated sleeping bags, hats and gloves, rain gear, camp stove, all groceries, headlamps
- How long does Hosmer Grove Campground take?
- Most families spend about 24 hours at Hosmer Grove Campground.
- When is the best time to visit Hosmer Grove Campground?
- Year-round. Arrive early in the day to claim a site, and expect near-freezing nights.
- Is there parking at Hosmer Grove Campground?
- Small parking area at the campground just inside the park boundary
Plan Your Visit
Haleakala Crater Rd, Kula, HI 96790