Kīlauea Military Camp (Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park)

Kīlauea Military Camp is a joint-services resort inside Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park at about 4,000 feet, with 90 cabins and apartments (1 to 3 bedrooms), a café, bowling, a general store and a fitness center. It's the only military lodging on the Big Island.

• Lodging: 90 cabins and apartments with 1 to 3 bedrooms, plus larger houses and group dorms.
• Who can stay: active duty and retired military, Guard, Reserve, DoD civilians and their families; eligible disabled veterans may also qualify. Check eligibility when booking.
• Book: kilaueamilitarycamp.com or call 808-208-9110 or 808-208-5630 (7 a.m. to 10 p.m.). Popular cabins sell out, so book early.
• Location: 99-252 Crater Rim Drive, Volcano, about 45 minutes from the Hilo airport. The park entrance fee applies. It's cool and damp at this elevation, so bring a jacket.
• Note: the park's temporary welcome center is at KMC while the Kīlauea Visitor Center is renovated.

Sources: Army MWR Hawaiʻi: Kīlauea Military Camp · PoppinSmoke: guide to Hawaiʻi military resorts and lodging (updated July 28, 2026)

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