Thankfully I get to call home Maui. This morning, Joe and I woke up with intentions to go camping and just get out of the house for the night. It happened to be the weekend all of our usual camping spots were full. Determined to have a camping adventure we went home to do a little research and next thing you know we checked in at Camp Olowalu.
About Camp Olowalu
Camp Olowalu offers affordable beach camping experiences in. Olowalu is in West Maui, about 20 minutes from Lahaina town. This modern campground is utilized for retreats and gathering place for groups.
The grounds at Olowalu camp are well maintained, full of fruit and palm trees and directly on the beach. I’ve seen several weddings held down here, its a perfect area. There are 4 camping options to choose from, campsites, van camping, tentalows or cabins.
Camping at Olowalu Campground
- Bathrooms: toilet, sink, mirror, hand soap, paper towels & toilet paper
- Instant hot water showers
- Outdoor dishwashing station
- Wifi internet hotspot at check-in area
- Trash & recycling stations
- Private parking
- 2 Charging stations
- Fire pit
- Picnic Benches
- BBQ grills
car camping at Camp Olowalu
$24 per site. If you have your own set up such as rooftop tents or a converted van book a few nights to enjoy the campground facilities. There are no water/electric/sewer hook-ups available but you get to enjoy the same amenities as I have listed above under the Camping Section ↓.
- Bathrooms: toilet, sink, mirror, hand soap, paper towels & toilet paper
- Instant hot water showers
- Outdoor dishwashing station
- Wifi internet hotspot at check-in area
- Trash & recycling stations
- Private parking
- 2 Charging stations
- Fire pit
- Picnic Benches
- BBQ grills
Camp Olowalu Tentalows
When a tent and a bungalow have a baby, you get a tentalow. Tentalows are adorable sturdy, wooden tents framed tents perched atop a platform.
Inside the tentalow is 2 twin beds that can be pushed together , a soft mattress, a trunk to lock up valuables, solar powered lights, a personal sink and private outdoor shower. Not to mention each tentalow has a porch and chairs to relax at.
A private bathroom is assigned to 1 or 2 different tentalows. It’s not en-suite but it’s not much of a walk. It felt as if we were glamping. We LOVED our home for the night.
There are also family tentalows that can fit a small family of 4. The regular tentalows start at $140 a night and $195 a night for the family size. Plus you have access to all the amenities I listed in the Camping Section ↓.
- Bathrooms: toilet, sink, mirror, hand soap, paper towels & toilet paper
- Instant hot water showers
- Outdoor dishwashing station
- Wifi internet hotspot at check-in area
- Trash & recycling stations
- Private parking
- 2 Charging stations
- Fire pit
- Picnic Benches
- BBQ grills
Camp Olowalu Cabins
The cabins are perfect for large families or big group gathers. The cabins also have access to all the amenities I listed in the Camping Section ↓.
- Bathrooms: toilet, sink, mirror, hand soap, paper towels & toilet paper
- Instant hot water showers
- Outdoor dishwashing station
- Wifi internet hotspot at check-in area
- Trash & recycling stations
- Private parking
- 2 Charging stations
- Fire pit
- Picnic Benches
- BBQ grills
what to do at Camp Olowalu
- Rent Kayaks
- Go Paddle Boarding
- Float Day at the Beach
- Fishing
Other Things to do While Exploring West Maui
- Explore the Olivine Pools, located a couple miles North of the Ohai Trail
- Experience the nearby Nakalele blowhole
- West Maui is one of the most popular parts of the island, check out these amazing stops while exploring West Maui.
- Ma’alaea Harbor has lots of boat tours running daily like snorkel tours and whale watches. – Read 10 Maui Activities to Enjoy on the Water
- Grab breakfast before you journey to the back side of West Maui at one of these great breakfast spots on Maui.
- You’ll be hungry after a day of exploring. Find out what the best restaurants in Lahaina and the top restaurants in Kaanapali are.
- Explore Lahaina Town and enjoy these 20 awesome things to do on Front Street.
- Check out the top 20 things to do in Kaanapali.
- Visit some of Maui’s Best Beaches
- Hike the Lahaina Pali Trail
- Snorkel at Honolua Bay
- Hike the Mahana Ridge
- Stroll the Kapalua Coastal Trail
More Places to Camp on Maui
- Haleakala Wilderness Cabins
- Waianapanapa Cabins
- Hosmer’s Grove
- Poli Poli State Park
- Papalaua Wayside Park
- Haleakala National Park
- Camping on Lanai
Check out this article for 10 epic campgrounds on Maui.
Overview of my Stay at Camp Olowalu
Pros: Very clean which is always a plus. This was also post COVID so CDC guidelines were followed and you felt clean. The grounds were well maintained and full of palm trees and tropical flora. I also love that they allow pets!
So if you hate to leave your furry friend at home this is your perfect solution. Of course this does come at an extra fee. This is a great budget friendly option for the expensive Hawaii.
Cons: This is the only area driving from the airport to West Maui that you have spotty cell service, if any at all.
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