Bellows Field Beach Park occupies 3.5 miles of undeveloped coastline, and the beach is open year-round for swimming, surfing, bodysurfing, beachcombing and fishing. Two lifeguard towers stand watch over the beach, and the park has scattered picnic tables and grills for public use. The wooded area above the beach has 50 shady, secluded family campsites, all within walking distance of the water.
The campsites at Bellows Field Beach Park are for tents only, and do not have electricity or hookups of any kind. Drinking water is available from spigots, and the camping area has two comfort stations with restrooms and showers. The campsites can accommodate up to 10 people in two family-sized tents. Pets and ground fires are not permitted in the campsites or on the beach. Bellows Field Beach Park has parking, and the nearby town of Waimanalo, about a mile from the park, has gas, groceries and dining venues.
A camping permit is required to camp at Bellows Field Beach Park. You can get a permit for a fee through the City and County of Honolulu website or in person at the Fasi Municipal building on South King Street in Honolulu. A camping permit allows you to camp from noon on Friday through early Monday morning. Camping is not allowed during the rest of the week. You can reserve a campsite no more than two weeks prior to the weekend when you intend to visit.
Camping is also available at Bellows Air Force Station located right next to the park. It offers family tent campsites, RV stalls, group campsites and rustic cabins in varying sizes. You can stay at a campsite for up to 21 days, but camping at Bellows Air Force Station is available only to active-duty military personnel, military retirees, National Guardsmen, reservists and current and retired Department of Defense civilian employees, along with their families and sponsored guests. Reservations are available by phone or through the Bellows Air Force Station website.
