Mauna Loa Cabin Area

Hawai'i Volcanoes Backcountry · Hawaii

Mauna Loa Cabin Area is one of the permitted entry points in Hawai'i Volcanoes Backcountry on recreation.gov. Its current demand score is 29/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.

When permits are released

75% of each backcountry site's capacity opens on a rolling 3-month window (published as 90 days), advancing each morning at 7:00 AM Hawai'i time (10:00 AM Pacific during PDT). The remaining 25% is held for in-person walk-up permits 7 days before entry and is never bookable online. Quota applies year-round.

Demand

Low demand (29/100)

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed in this area.

Popular trails nearby

Frequently asked questions

When do Mauna Loa Cabin Area permits open?

75% of each backcountry site's capacity opens on a rolling 3-month window (published as 90 days), advancing each morning at 7:00 AM Hawai'i time (10:00 AM Pacific during PDT). The remaining 25% is held for in-person walk-up permits 7 days before entry and is never bookable online. Quota applies year-round. Check the recreation.gov page for the exact on-sale details for your dates.

What if my dates are sold out?

Cancellations happen all season as plans change. Add Mauna Loa Cabin Area to a trip window on Permit Ranger and you get an instant alert the moment a date you need opens back up.

How competitive is Mauna Loa Cabin Area?

The live demand score is 29/100. Odds of catching an opening are good - most dates stay bookable.

Does Permit Ranger book the permit for me?

No. Permit Ranger never books on your behalf. When a watched date opens, you get an alert with a direct link so you can book it yourself on recreation.gov.

Nearby passes

Book on recreation.gov · All Hawai'i Volcanoes Backcountry passes · Hawai'i Volcanoes Backcountry permit guide