Oʻahu state park camping (Mālaekahana, Kahana, Keaīwa, Sand Island)

Oʻahu's state campgrounds are Mālaekahana (Kalanai Point), Ahupuaʻa ʻO Kahana, Keaīwa Heiau and Sand Island. Book online up to 30 days ahead: $20 a night per site for Hawaiʻi residents and $30 for visitors, up to 10 people. No camping Wednesday or Thursday nights.

• Book: the state's online camping system (explore.ehawaii.gov since Feb. 1, 2026; create a new account). Oʻahu sites open only 30 days ahead. Help line 808-587-0300.
• Fees: $20 per site per night for residents, $30 for non-residents; up to 10 people; children 2 and under free. Cancellations stop 15 days before check-in ($5 fee).
• Campgrounds: Mālaekahana State Recreation Area (Kalanai Point section) near Lāʻie; Ahupuaʻa ʻO Kahana on Kahana Bay; Keaīwa Heiau in the ʻAiea hills; Sand Island (Friday to Sunday nights only).
• Rules: max 5 nights in a row per park, then 30 days before returning; one site per park at a time; no vans, campers or trailers; no sleeping in cars.

Sources: Wanderlustyle: Oʻahu camping permits (2026) · Hawaiʻi DLNR State Parks: camping permits and fees

Last checked Oct. 31, 2026. Hours, fees and rules can change, so confirm with the official source before you go.