Best Glamping near Ewa Gentry, HI

Bellows Field Beach Park and Camp Mokuleia house upscale glamping accommodations on Oahu's scenic shores. Both locations feature safari-style canvas tents with amenities that elevate the traditional camping experience, offering comfortable beds, electricity, and proximity to pristine beaches. "It's a great place to be with the sound of the breaking waves at every camping site and a lot of good amenities," notes one guest about Bellows Air Force Station. These glamping resorts provide a perfect balance of outdoor adventure and comfort, with Bellows offering water hookups and picnic tables while Camp Mokuleia boasts oceanfront sites with firepits and drinking water available to guests who prefer resort-style camping without sacrificing modern conveniences.

The windward coast location of these glamping sites creates opportunities for numerous water activities including swimming, bodyboarding, and kayaking directly from your luxury tent. Bellows Field Beach Park features mini-golf, a driving range, and three hiking trails for land-based entertainment. A recent visitor mentioned, "There are cabins and apartments for rent if you have base access. I stayed in a cabin near the beach, it was small and clean." While some amenities at Bellows require military ID for access, civilian glampers can enjoy the adjacent public beach areas. Camp Mokuleia offers a more secluded glamping experience with boat access and shower facilities. Both locations require reservations well in advance, especially for peak season when the white sandy beaches and turquoise waters attract glampers seeking comfort in nature.

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Glamping Reviews near Ewa Gentry, HI

30 Reviews of 6 Ewa Gentry Campgrounds


  • Emily W.
    Aug. 2, 2016

    Bellows Field Beach Park

    Oahu camping

    Camping in hawaii is special no matter the time and place. Bellows has been a favorite because the waves are perfect for buggie boarding and the beach is peaceful. This spot has plenty of trees to set up a slack line and hammock to relax and play.

  • Stephanie Z.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2021

    Camp Mokuleia

    Super Clean and Incredibly Friendly

    I camped here in January 2021 during peak Covid closures when the campground was not yet re-opened for group camping. 

    In 'normal' times this campground is mostly used for events and it's well set up for that. If you're independently camping, I recommend calling ahead and reserving one of the sites on the beach.  The sites are huge.

    During covid they were only using every other site, and had installed a shower and sink at each one. The bathrooms are a walk away inside a yurt. We were assigned a bathroom for just our site and given a key for it. 

    The property has a gate with a code that you can go in and out as you please, and the staff were really helpful and kind.

    There is one large fire pit area to share, and we had a table at our site. You are not able to drive in your car, but it's only  a short walk, even to the furthest away sites.

    We had the whole property to ourselves one night - but if you're visiting when events are operational, this might not be the case, so I recommend checking how busy they are when you call to reserve. 

    They also have tent 'cabins' right on the beach which were pretty nice (but you still bring your own mats and bags).

    For me, the greatest thing about this site is that it is located on the NW side of Oahu. In January, the winds were strongest from the East and we had to vacate our other campground when winds were up to 20MPH off the ocean.  This side of the island gave us a break from the wind.

    It's a very short walk to "Lost Survivors Beach" (where they filmed the pilot of Lost) and a short and beautiful  drive to the state park and hike where the road deadends just a few miles past the campground.  For supplies, it's about 15 minutes back to Haliewa where there are tons of restaurants, food cards, groceries and a Longs Drug.

  • Ben A.
    Jun. 10, 2024

    Bellows Air Force Station

    Great for a weekend retreat from the craziness othe week.f

    Me and my wife cone camping here at least 10 times a year if not more. It s a great place to be with the sound of the breaking waves at every camping site and a lot of good amenities. There is a shopet with is walking distance of every site as well as a gas station, mini golf, a driving range, 3 hiking trails, 1 walking path, a small bar, and a stabucks. The staff is always so welcoming and its truly a great place to spend your time.

  • Apryl E.
    Jul. 17, 2018

    Camp Mokuleia

    Great mellow beach area!

    This campground is set up for anything from large groups (50+) to small families. There are cabins to rent out or places to pitch a tent. The water is pretty mellow (at least during the summer) and is great for stand up paddling. This is on the Northwestern tip of Oahu and is a must see. Across the street there is also a skydiving company, so throughout the day you will often times see parachuters appearing in the sky.

  • Alan B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 29, 2019

    Camp Mokuleia

    Amazing spot if surfing and climbing!

    This campground is very close to the highest concentration of rock climbs in all of Hawaii! The Mokule'ia wall has over 60 climbs ranging from beginner to expert and includes trad, sport, and toprope routes. One of the other things we loved about this site is the proximity to Ka'ena Point! It feels like you're standing out in the ocean without anything around it's such a small point! One of favorite places we hung out at during our trip to Hawaii

  • B
    May. 5, 2021

    Bellows Field Beach Park

    Convenient Location

    This campground has extremely close access to the beach, which is nice, and it's not far from Kailua. The individual sites aren't really marked, so it feels a little like a free for all, especially if you're arriving on Saturday. The area where all of the tent spots are is all sand, so be prepared with whatever vehicle you're driving. The bathrooms were decent. The campsites were all very crowded and loud throughout the weekend, but most everyone cleared out before Sunday evening. 

    My campsite was right by the bathrooms, and closer to the beach than most others, which was nice.

  • Mike L.
    Feb. 4, 2020

    Bellows Air Force Station

    Crowded Clamping

    Date of stay: September 19 Campsite: #16

    This area is available to DoD ID card holders only.

    Tent campsites are way too close together! Every 2 sites should be combined to make 1. Ocean view sites are very sandy and if you are near the restroom, be prepared for beach goers to walk right through your site to use the toilet...! (Side note, that’s my biggest pet peeve!!)

    Tons of amenities here though, putt-putt, driving range, bar w/ pool table, foose, beach equipment rental, paint ball, small bouldering area!

  • riki L.
    Dec. 8, 2020

    Bellows Field Beach Park

    NO PETS (DOGS) ALLOWED ON ANY HAWAII STATE CAMPGROUNDS!

    This website is in error. There are no dogs allowed on ANY Hawaii State Campground!!! Don't know if you know this or not. So if you have a dog in Hawaii, you cannot bring your loved one(s) camping anywhere. Too bad.

  • Nicholas L.
    May. 15, 2019

    Bellows Field Beach Park

    Best beach on the planet

    It's amazing go if you can. Especially the military side. Secluded and awesome.


Guide to Ewa Gentry

Sand Island State Recreation Area provides camping access near Ewa Gentry, offering both tent and RV accommodations with shower facilities and clean restrooms. Located in an industrial area of Honolulu, this recreation area features a beach suitable for young children and seasonal surf breaks. The campground remains less crowded than other Oahu destinations due to its location tucked behind a Coast Guard base and commercial buildings. Military-affiliated visitors seeking upscale glamping near Ewa Gentry, Hawaii can access Bellows Air Force Station, while civilian glampers can enjoy adjacent Bellows Field Beach Park with its fine white sand beaches.

What to do

Beach activities at Sand Island: While not the most scenic beach on Oahu, Sand Island offers space for relaxing with children. "The beach isn't the nicest but it's good for little kids and there's a nice surf break if the swell is in," notes Sarah I.

Water sports at Mokuleia: The northwestern tip of Oahu provides calm waters perfect for stand-up paddleboarding during summer months. "The water is pretty mellow (at least during the summer) and is great for stand up paddling," shares Apryl E. from Camp Mokuleia.

Rock climbing excursions: Experience Hawaii's highest concentration of climbing routes at Mokuleia wall. "The Mokule'ia wall has over 60 climbs ranging from beginner to expert and includes trad, sport, and toprope routes," explains Alan B.

Visit Ka'ena Point: Take a short drive from Camp Mokuleia to experience this narrow land extension. "It feels like you're standing out in the ocean without anything around it's such a small point," according to Alan B.

What campers like

Privacy at secluded beach sites: Glamping experiences at Bellows Air Force Station offer shoreline camping away from crowds. "It's a nice and tucked away from road. There are cabins and apartments for rent if you have base access," explains Sandy S.

Beach proximity at all sites: Camp Mokuleia offers direct beach access from every site. "I had a tent spot right by the beach. The bathrooms and shower facilities were basic but very clean and were nicer than some of the other campgrounds," shares Brittany B.

Recreational amenities: Military glampers at Bellows enjoy numerous on-site activities. "There is a shopet with is walking distance of every site as well as a gas station, mini golf, a driving range, 3 hiking trails, 1 walking path, a small bar, and a stabucks," notes Ben A.

Weather protection options: The northwest side of Oahu provides shelter from strong trade winds. "In January, the winds were strongest from the East and we had to vacate our other campground when winds were up to 20MPH off the ocean. This side of the island gave us a break from the wind," explains Stephanie Z.

What you should know

Reservation timelines: Military accommodations at Bellows require significant advance planning. "Only problem is the reservations are booked for about year out, so you never know what kind of weather you'll get when the reservation finally comes along," cautions Sandy S.

Sand management challenges: Fine sand at Sand Island State Recreation Area requires extra preparation. "Clean grounds great beach access clean restrooms," notes Jeffery C., though other reviewers mention the beach isn't pristine.

Military ID requirements: Many premium glamping sites require proper identification. "You can keep going on the long driveway in, but you'll need military access or sponsorship to get in," advises YEN P. about Bellows.

Pet restrictions: Despite some listings, Hawaii state campgrounds prohibit dogs. "This website is in error. There are no dogs allowed on ANY Hawaii State Campground!!! Don't know if you know this or not," warns riki L.

Tips for camping with families

Protected swimming areas: Select beaches with gentle conditions for children. "Sand Island is an industrial place so there's not many stores nearby but it's a pretty unique park with lots of space to hangout," recommends Sarah I.

Activity planning for youth groups: Camp Mokuleia accommodates various group sizes. "This campground is set up for anything from large groups (50+) to small families. There are cabins to rent out or places to pitch a tent," explains Apryl E.

Site selection strategies: At Bellows, carefully choose your campsite location. "Ocean view sites are very sandy and if you are near the restroom, be prepared for beach goers to walk right through your site to use the toilet," warns Mike L.

Entertainment beyond beaches: Look for campgrounds with multiple activity options. "They have a ropes course and it is across the street from a skydiving place," notes Alan B. about Camp Mokuleia, providing entertainment when weather conditions aren't ideal for water activities.

Tips from RVers

RV amenities availability: Most glamping near Ewa Gentry with RV accommodations offers basic hookups only. "This campground is very close to the highest concentration of rock climbs in all of Hawaii," notes Alan B., highlighting that natural attractions rather than extensive RV facilities are the primary draw.

Site security considerations: Select secured campgrounds with controlled access. "The property has a gate with a code that you can go in and out as you please, and the staff were really helpful and kind," mentions Stephanie Z. about her experience at Camp Mokuleia.

Supply planning: RVers should prepare for limited nearby services. "For supplies, it's about 15 minutes back to Haliewa where there are tons of restaurants, food cards, groceries and a Longs Drug," advises Stephanie Z.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Ewa Gentry, HI is Sand Island State Recreation Area with a 3.7-star rating from 8 reviews.

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