Waialae campground
Waialae
The Waialae Camping Area features several amenities, including restrooms, showers, picnic tables, and grills. The campground is first-come, first-served and offers 16 campsites for tents or small RVs. Each campsite has a parking space and a designated area for a tent or RV. The campground also features a small parking area for visitors.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once used as a training ground for World War II soldiers. Today, the area is a popular spot for camping, hiking, and snorkeling.
The best time to visit Waialae Camping Area is between September and November, which offers an average temperature range of 75-85 degrees Fahrenheit. The weather during this time is dry and sunny, making it perfect for outdoor activities.
Overall, Waialae Camping Area is a beautiful and serene spot to enjoy the natural beauty of Hawaii. Whether you're looking to hike, snorkel, or simply relax, this campground is the perfect destination for your next trip to Oahu.
What's on-site at Waialae
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Waialae -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Waialae Str At Alt 3 | 6 cfs | → |
| Wainiha River Nr Hanalei | 145 cfs | → |
| Kawaikoi Stream Nr Waimea | 43 cfs | → |
| Waimea River Nr Waimea | 131 cfs | → |
| Hanalei River Nr Hanalei | 208 cfs | → |
| Eb Of Nf Wailua River Nr Lihue | 48 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Waialae as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Waialae
Can I make reservations at Waialae?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Waialae?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Waialae.