Hawaii is a rare and limited workamping market — there is no RV-resort circuit like the mainland, and bringing a rig across the Pacific is impractical, so opportunities lean toward on-site staff housing rather than hookup sites. The most relevant roles are camp host, grounds, and hospitality positions tied to parks and private retreats near Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island, the Nā Pali Coast on Kauai, and county and state campgrounds across the islands. Demand is steady year-round thanks to the mild tropical climate, but listings are scarce and competitive. Workampers drawn to Hawaii should expect housing-included arrangements, longer commitments, and a focus on guest services. Treat any Hawaii listing as a special opportunity rather than a typical site-for-hours trade.
20 workamping opportunities in Hawaii — 5 paid jobs, 11 unpaid Volunteer.gov positions and 4 volunteer opportunities.
Paid Workamping Jobs in Hawaii (5)
FUL - Recreation Fee Technician
National Park Service — Kula, Hawaii — $42,528/yr – $55,287/yr
You will serve as a FUL - Recreation Fee Technician. The primary purpose of this position is to perform a variety of duties associated with the collection, deposit, tracking, and expenditure of fee revenue and donations collected from the public. At this grade level, the position is primarily respon…
Honouliuli NHS Public Talk Story Sessions
National Park Service — Honolulu, HI
The park is going out to our communities to talk story about the future of park management and visitation. We need 3 volunteers for each talk story session to help direct people from the parking lot to where the talk story session is being held and to also help direct people to the different tables …
Honouliuli NHS Table Event: Korean Festival (2026)
National Park Service — Honolulu, HI
Join the Honouliuli NHS outreach team for their annual table event at Korean Festival! Held at Kapi'olani park, Korean Festival will be from 10am-8pm, split between two shifts:
Morning:
10am-3pm
Evening:
3pm-8pm
Share the history with your local community, engage the keiki in origami activities, …
Recreation Assistant (Community Recreation) - Hickam Equiptment Rentals
Commander, Navy Installations Command — Honolulu, Hawaii — $19.19/hr – $22.50/hr
This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Community Programs (N922) Branch; Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Recreational Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services (N94); Commander, Navy Region Hawaii, at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam (JBPHH), Honolulu, HI. The purpose of …
Recreation Assistant - Rainbow Bay Marina
Commander, Navy Installations Command — Honolulu, Hawaii — $19.19/hr – $21.19/hr
This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Community Programs (N922) Branch; Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Recreational Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services (N94); Commander, Navy Region Hawaii, at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam (JBPHH), Honolulu, HI. The purpose of …
Volunteer Position: Landscaper – Pearl Harbor National Memorial
National Park Service — Honolulu, HI
We are seeking dedicated and dependable Volunteer Landscapers to help maintain the beauty and serenity of the grounds. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, take pride in maintaining natural spaces, and are passionate about preserving the legacy of our nation's history.
Ke…
Whale Watching Volunteers
National Park Service — Kawaihae, HI
Volunteers will hold Whale programs & activities outside of the parks visitor center on Tuesdays during
the months of January 2027 through March 2027. Program times will be between 9 am through 12 pm. A humpback whale video is shown in the theater area from 10:30 am to 11:15 am. Volunteers will be s…
Cultural Demonstration
National Park Service — Kawaihae, HI
Cultural demonstration offers a meaningful connection to our kūpuna and the rich history of a sacred place. Hawaiian cultural practitioners bring the art of crafting to life by sharing their living heritage in practicing traditional crafts, techniques, and storytelling. Demonstrations will take plac…
Recreation Assistant (Lead Lifeguard) NF-02
United States Army Installation Management Command — Honolulu, Hawaii — $23.84/hr
Serves as a Recreation Assistant (Lead Lifeguard) in the Aquatics Department of the Hale Koa Hotel.The first cut-off date will be on 07/14/2026. Additional lists will be pulled after this first cut-off date at the request of the hiring manager.Local candidates will be reviewed first as PCS is not au…
Visitor Services Volunteer (Interpretation)
National Park Service — Hawaii National Park, HI
Visitor Services (Interpretation) Volunteer Opportunity: Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park is looking for local residents who are lifelong learners—people passionate about Hawaiian culture and history, natural resources, and the dynamic volcanic landscapes that shape …
Honouliuli NHS 80th Commemoration Finale at Hawai'i Theatre
National Park Service — Honolulu, HI
This event is for the park's 80th Commemoration Finale Event at Hawai'i Theatre. We are looking for around 8 volunteers. The park will have a normal table like we do at outreach events so at the minimum 2-3 people to sit the table. Other people needed are to help hand out the performance brochures a…
Pearl Harbor Ambassador
National Park Service — Honolulu, HI
Opportunities abound as a Park Ambassador at Pearl Harbor National Memorial! Are you excited about national parks, military history, or building a legacy of hope? Would you like to share your enthusiasm with the public? Some of the opportunities for this position include:
Serve as a front-line repr…
Honouliuli Tour Docent (Year-long)
National Park Service — Honolulu, HI
Tour Docent Volunteer Description
Honouliuli National Historic Site is looking for volunteers who will work with park staff and other volunteers as docents for the park. Volunteers must be physically able to conduct the work outlined and can work in extreme weather conditions (rain, heat, high hum…
Recreation Assistant - Information, Tickets and Travel (ITT)
Commander, Navy Installations Command — Honolulu, Hawaii — $19.19/hr – $25.00/hr
This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) Community Programs (N922) Branch; Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Recreational Fleet and Family Readiness Support Services (N94); Commander, Navy Region Hawaii, at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam (JBPHH), Honolulu, HI - ITT Facilities…
Honouliuli Outreach and Education Team Member (Year-long)
National Park Service — Honolulu, HI
Outreach and Education Volunteer Post Description
Honouliuli National Historic Site is looking for a minimum of 15 volunteers who will work with park staff as a member of the Outreach and Education Team. Volunteers must be physically able to conduct the work outlined and work in extreme weather co…
Honouliuli Vegetation Management Team Member (Year-long)
National Park Service — Honolulu, HI
Vegetation Management Volunteer Description
Honouliuli National Historic Site is looking for volunteers who will work with guidance from the park’s biotechnician as a member of the Vegetation Management Team. Volunteers must be physically able to conduct the work outlined and used to physically de…
Also includes 11 unpaid Volunteer.gov positions in Hawaii.
Volunteer Host Positions in Hawaii (4)
Campground Host – Haleakala NP
National Park Service — Makawao, HI — Free campsite + stipend
Host Hosmer Grove Campground at Haleakala NP, known for the massive Haleakala volcano crater on Maui. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
Campground Host – Hawaii Volcanoes NP
National Park Service — Volcano, HI — Free campsite + stipend
Host Kulanaokuaiki Campground at Hawaii Volcanoes NP, known for active volcanic eruptions on the Big Island. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
Campground Host – Na Ala Hele Trail
Hawaii DLNR — Honolulu, HI — Free full-hookup site
Host campground at Na Ala Hele Trail, known for Hawaiian trail system through tropical rainforest. Greet campers, provide park information, assist with check-ins, and perform light maintenance.
Campground Host – Polipoli Spring SRA
Hawaii DLNR — Kula, HI — Free full-hookup site
Host campground at Polipoli Spring SRA, known for cloud forest at 6,200 feet on Haleakala. Greet campers, provide park information, assist with check-ins, and perform light maintenance.