Other than the Volcano Park what other camping sites are there on the Big Island? Looking for somewhere relatively safe as we are two women traveling alone. Any to avoid? I am looking something that is easy to get to since we do not want to do backcountry camping. Preferably sites with restrooms & water.

There's a camp area (they actually have some pretty primative type cabins for rent) across from Hapuna Beach State Park.

Here's the link to the Department of Land and Natural Resources, State Parks:

http://www.state.hi.us/dlnr/dsp/hawaii.html

Like David said, Hapuna is good. We also like the cabins at Kalopa State Park. You'll be safe.

what do you know about these parks on the Big Island? -Lapahoehoe state park and Mauhukona State Park. Are they ok for camping? Good views? How is the safety there? Just planning on camping one night each in March 2002.

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The County of Hawai`i also has some campgrounds, although the State Parks tend to be better maintained. Here's the link to the County Parks:

http://www.hawaii-county.com/parks/parks.htm

I didn't realize there was a campground at Laupahoehoe. It's an interesting place for a visit, but you might prefer Mahukona for an overnighter. I haven't camped there either, so I can't advise you as to safety. In general, I prefer cabins and a-frames to places where you just put up a tent. So my choices tend to be Namakani Paio in Volcano National Park, Hapuna, and Kalopa.