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Camping on Oahu gives you the chance to experience what
makes the island such an exciting place. There are many
campgrounds all over the island. Each one
offers a different experience, but all of them promise
to be memorable. Ahupuaa O Kahana State Park
A popular camping ground is the Ahupuaa O Kahana
State Park. It is the only Ahupuaa or land division
that connects the ocean to the mountains that is owned
by the state. It boasts hiking trails, archaeological
sites and a prehistoric fishpond.
Bellows Field Beach Park
With over 3.5 miles of pristine coastline, the
Bellows Field Beach Park offers visitors the chance to
spend a lazy day on the beach. There are 50 campsites where you
can pitch a tent and spend the day relaxing. It also has
lifeguards.
Hauula Beach Park
Located near Kamehameha Highway, Hauula Beach Park
has 15 areas suitable for camping. This particular park
also has amenities, such as comfort stations and
picnic areas.
Kaiaka Bay Beach Park
Kaiaka Beach Park is tucked near the towns of Waialua
and Haleiwa. It is a park set against the scenic
backdrop of the Waianae Mountains. One of its most
prominent and beautiful features is a hiking trail that
travels around the two bays Kaiaka and Waialua.
Keaau Beach Park
Located on the west side of Oahu, Keaau Beach
features a hiking trail that reveals some of the most
beautiful secrets waiting to be found on the island.
Going south, you will see a shoreline dotted with tidepools and rocks. Going north to the other direction,
you will see the sand dunes and black lava points of
Kalaeopaalai.
Keaiwa Heiau State Recreation Area
Covering an area of 384 acres, the Keaiwa Heaiau
State Recreation Area contains camping grounds, picnic
areas and the popular Aiea Loop hiking trail. There
are also covered pavilions and barbecue grills.
Kokololio Beach Park
Kokololio Beach Park can be found on the northerneastern
coast
of Oahu near Hauula. It has amenities, such as parking areas,
showers and picnic spots. But the real reason why this
particular park is famous is because of its natural
beauty. The water is perfect for snorkeling and the park
is over 16 acres large.
Kualoa Park
Translated to “Long Ancestral Background,” Kualoa
Park sits on an area considered sacred by Hawaiians.
Showers, phones and picnic
areas are available. Lifeguards are also on duty during the weekends
and the peak months of summer.
Lualualei Beach Park
The Lualualei Beach Park has six campsites sitting
right on the powder-soft shore of the beach.
Maleakahana State Recreation Area
Located off the Kamehameha Highway, the Maleakahana
State Recreation Area sits on 110 acres of woodlands and
a sandy beach. It has two different areas suitable for
camping and features picnic areas, showers and phones.
Mokuleia Beach Park
Hidden on Oahu's North Shore about four miles from Kaena
Point, Mokuleia Beach Park is a camping area that has
secluded beaches and grassy areas right on the beach. It
is as picturesque as a postcard. There are 15 campsites
to choose from so that there are a variety of places
where you can pitch your tent.
Nanakuli Beach Park
Nanakuli Beach Park is located along Farrington
Highway in Nanakuli. It has 14 beachfront campsites that
are located between the highway and the ocean.
Sand Island State Recreation Park
The 102-acre Sand
Island State Recreation Park is the only campsite in
Honolulu. It's located on the peninsula called Sand
Island and overlooks the Honolulu Harbor.
Swanzy Beach Park
Located on the windward side of the Oahu, Swanzy
Beach Park has 12 campsites that are set right on the
ocean. Camping is allowed during the
weekends so make sure that you plan your trip in
advance.
Waimanalo Bay State Recreation Area
The Waimanalo Bay State Recreation Area is located on
one of the best beaches of Oahu. Swimming
and surfing are only some of the activities to be
enjoyed in the park. There are also facilities, such as
showers, drinking fountains and picnic areas. 23 camp
sites are available.
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