The short answer is no, there are no public beaches in Hawaii where it is legal to sleep overnight in your car or RV. However, there are a few options available to you if you want to camp out on the beach.
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Generally, beach camping is allowed on designated campgrounds or with a valid permit. However, it is not permitted on all beaches, especially those designated as protected areas or wildlife habitats.
Unfortunately, homelessness is especially common in Hawaii. Hawaii high cost of living, homeless from the mainland, drug use, and natural disasters like the recent Maui Fires.
Bad idea, sleeping in your car is illegal on all public property in Hawaii and police *do* enforce that law. If you want to sleep in a car or camper you'll also need to find a campsite or parking space to rent.
Campsite permits cost $10 per day, with a $2 administrative fee and the 2.35% credit card service fee. With the additional service fee, the cost for a three-day camping permit is $32.75 with a five-day camping permit costing $53.22.
You Do Not Need A Permit To Camp In HawaiiFirst and foremost, you cannot camp in a state park or on public land. This means that you'll need to find a spot on your own land – whether it's an open field or within the confines of your property – and make sure that it's free from any obstructions.