📷 Photo by Marc Szeglat on UnsplashKīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge
Kilauea, HI
A 1913 lighthouse on a cliff above nesting seabirds, with whales offshore in winter. A reservation is required.
- Nearest town
- Kilauea, HI
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 22.2317, -159.4020
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually December–February. Still fine, with some compromises, in March–June and September–November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Anini Beach CampingCampsite3 mi from Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge
- Kumu campCampsite9 mi from Kīlauea Point National Wildlife RefugeTentsDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Anahola Beach Park CampingCampsite9 mi from Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge
- Lydgate Beach Park CampingCampsite14 mi from Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge
- Sugi GroveCampsite16 mi from Kīlauea Point National Wildlife RefugeToilets
- KawaikoiCampsite16 mi from Kīlauea Point National Wildlife RefugeToilets
All campsites in Hawaii · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge?
Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge is in Kilauea, HI, at GPS 22.2317, -159.4020. It is about 7 mi from Hanalei.
Can you camp near Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Anini Beach Camping, about 3 mi away; within 25 mi there are 19 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge?
Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Kauaʻi from Hanalei to Waimea Canyon.
What is there to see near Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge?
Places worth a stop nearby: Wailua Falls (13 mi), Kalalau Lookout (17 mi), Waimea Canyon Lookout (20 mi) and Spouting Horn (25 mi).
When is the best time to visit Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge?
The most pleasant months are usually December–February. Still fine, with some compromises, in March–June and September–November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)