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Nāmakanipaio

Nāmakanipaio

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Overview

Nāmakanipaio Campground is located 31.5 miles south of Hilo on Highway-11 at 4,000' elevation. It is a large, open grassy area with tall eucalyptus and 'ōhi'a trees. This campground has restrooms, water, picnic tables and barbecue pits. Campfires are permitted in the barbeque pits only. If there are more than 2 people in your party, you can expand to 4 people per site with another tent. Maximum stay is 7 days.

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Season

Seasonal — contact for dates

Reservable

No

Sites available

Tent-focused

Amenities

Activities

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Nearest town

Hawaii County, HI

Nearest major city

San Francisco, CA

~2344 miles away

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