Bellows Air Force Station beach cabins and campground (Waimānalo)

Bellows, on Waimānalo Bay on Oʻahu's windward side, is the islands' main military beach getaway and campground: beachfront cabins and condos, fishing cabins, rustic camper cabins, and family and group tent campsites on one of Oʻahu's prettiest beaches. Book online after confirming eligibility.

• Who can stay: active duty, retirees, Guard and Reserve, current and retired DoD civilians, disabled veterans with a VA Health ID card showing a service-connected rating, Purple Heart or former POW status, VA caregivers, and Gold Star families (with the right ID). Veterans must be registered in DBIDS and pass a background check.
• Lodging: beach cabins and condos (Wi-Fi), oceanfront fishing cabins, rustic Cedar Camper Cabins (no electricity, kitchen or bathroom), family campsites in three areas, and a group campsite. Dogs are allowed in some cabins, camper cabins and the Menehune campsites.
• Guests: eligible patrons can sponsor family and friends; overnight guests 16 and older need a visitor pass, and the sponsor must stay on site.
• Book: confirm eligibility at bellowsafs.com, then use the online reservations portal. Questions: 18msgdet2.fsvl.booking@us.af.mil.
• Location: Waimānalo, about 40 minutes from the airport via the Pali or H-3. Bring your own food; the nearest stores are in Waimānalo and Kailua.

Sources: Bellows AFS: eligibility · PoppinSmoke: guide to Hawaiʻi military resorts and lodging (updated July 28, 2026)

Last checked Oct. 31, 2026. Hours, fees and rules can change, so confirm with the official source before you go.