Peacock Flats in Mokuleia Forest Reserve is located near the northern coast of Oahu, Hawaii. The terrain consists of forested areas and rugged landscapes. Campers can explore nearby Ka'ena Point State Park and enjoy temperatures ranging from 65°F to 85°F throughout the year.

Mokuleia Forest Reserve. Upper elevation, open meadow surrounded by Cook pine, eucalyptus and the occasional native tree. Sweeping views of north shore and excellent star gazing on clear nights. Each campsite has a shelter. No water available. Hiking access to Mokuleia Trail. Campsites are assigned upon purchase of permit. Check-out is by 11:00am. Check-in is any time after 12:00pm noon. Know before you go! All Forest Reserves will be closed during Tropical Storm and Hurrican Warnings. Keep informed on weather conditions and forecasts. Occassionally, the Air Force closes vehicular access through the Kaena Point Satellite Tracking Station at Yokohama for security reasons. These closures may be unannounced. It is recommended that you call the KPSTS land line is (808)697-4311 to check on potential closures.

Peacock Flats - Mokuleia Forest Reserve

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Secluded spot in the Oahu Mountains. Getting there can be a challenge and Camping is very primitive.  The only amenities on site are put toilets and picnic tables, plan accordingly. 

On a clear night however the sky is amazing! 

From the Website: Special Conditions
Public access through the Yokohama Guard shack is from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.  4WD access only.  Everyone in the vehicle must be listed on the permit.  Only street legal vehicles are allowed; registration, safety check and insurance must be current.  Permits must be printed out and on hand at all times. No Parking on Air Force Installation over night.  All paved roads and areas immediately adjacent to paved roads are considered a part of the Air Force Installation.  
At the campground, no water is available. Check-out from campsites is by 11:00am. Check-in to campsite is any time after 12:00pm noon.
Hazards
No hazards.
Prohibited
No prohibited.

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Peacock Flats is hardly ever fully booked out due to how remote it is and requiring 4wd to get there. It's quite the adventure and can be very wet and muddy. Highly recommend having paperwork, permits, IDs all together in advance because you have to pass through military checkpoints on the west side of Oahu to get through to road to the campground. They ask for everyone's IDs. There are a couple trailheads for hiking and nice views of the north shore and west side along the drive to the campground. The drive in can take 1-1.5 hours or longer depending on the conditions of the road. Come prepared! I also recommend having an air compressor, spare tire and tow equipment if you need to save anyone or be saved yourself lol. Check the conditions beforehand. If it's rainy season and you don't have experience driving in steep muddy areas with large dropoffs and cliffs on the side, then maybe wait till summer when it's drier!

  

The sites can be quite wet, we hammock camped the first time we came out to stay off the ground. There are pit toilets and picnic tables under little shelter areas. Definitely recommend for the adventure and if you love off roading.

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