Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Nanakuli, HI
Camp Mokuleia allows pets at its beachfront camping area on Oahu's North Shore, offering tent sites, RV spaces, cabins, and glamping accommodations with direct beach access. The campground features drinking water, picnic tables, showers, and toilets, making it convenient for campers with dogs. Bellows Field Beach Park and Bellows Air Force Station both permit pets, though military ID is required for certain areas of Bellows. Sand Island State Recreation Area provides pet-friendly camping with various amenities including drinking water, showers, and toilets, though fires are not permitted. Some campgrounds have conflicting information regarding pet policies, as one reviewer noted that Hawaii State Campgrounds do not allow dogs despite website listings.
Kahana Campground at Ahupuaʻa ʻO Kahana State Park offers beachfront camping with pets allowed, though sites are close to the main road and not well differentiated. The campground provides access to hiking trails, including the Crouching Tiger trail which is steep and muddy but offers spectacular views of Kahana Bay. Campers should note that bathroom facilities at most locations require crossing the street from campsites. For military personnel, Bellows Air Force Station provides additional amenities including mini-golf, a driving range, hiking trails, and a small bar. Most pet-friendly campgrounds on Oahu feature beach access, making them ideal for dogs who enjoy water activities, though specific pet restrictions and policies should be confirmed before arrival.
