Camp Pālehua

Went to Camp Palehua to hike and see what the camp had to offer.We had to schedule in advance, as well as fill out a waiver form. Once this is done a gate code is provided. It's a few mile drive until we reached the camp mostly paved road.The camps buildings are all in the same general area. There are bunkhouses, a building set up like a stable with groups of bunk beds, and other cabins. There is a mess hall and building for meeting. The camp is all very rustic with built in pool to cool off in. The camp has some beautiful views from the buildings including two giant size chairs to sit in and enjoy views below. They make for a silly photo op.Looks like a fun place for children or adults who want to relive camp memories to stay at.The office staff member is friendly and helpful. We hiked the 2 mile out and back hike to the Nanakuli Lookout. It use to be a loop trail however at this time part of the trail leading to pillboxes is off limits. Which was a disappointment. However the section of the trail available to us did offer some beautiful views and partial shade.

The staff are so kind and funny. They are also great service people and hard workers. Not a single complaint about our stay. The sights are beautiful and so peaceful. It was a much needed getaway and the perfect spot to have it. They are very respectful and do a great job of taking care of the environment around the camp. Support local and respect local. Mahalo Nui Loa!

Beautiful spot to camp there are a variety of accommodations available. Tent camping, bunkhouse, cabins and so on. People who work there are extremely friendly. Beautiful view from the entire camp, especially if you choose to hike all the way up to the WW2 bunker (one of the more challenging hikes I've done so far on Oahu).Shower house and shared restrooms available.The little camp office has cute merch and a coffee machine available!Had an amazing weekend, the entire fam enjoyed it throughly. Only sad part is that the pool cost an additional $30 per hour.

Stayed two nights with some coworkers, very roots and culture. Not much reception but there's no need to be on your phone up here, that's the best part of camp anyways! The views and grounds were very well kept and you can tell the workers are doing a great job at it (shout outs to aunti Tina). They were all professional but interactive personalities and I'll be back up here for the hikes, horseback riding, and to get away from the city!

Friendly and helpful office staff. Gave us clear instructions on how to access the hiking trail!

Camp Palehua.Here's the pro: Friendly staff and good hiking trails, the serenity and views are wonderful, free parking.Here's the cons: Don't expect resort amenities for the resort prices they charge. Their uninspiring swimming pool is available at $30 per hour, their Wi-Fi at $50 per day, expect to pay ala cart for just about everything. Cellular service is sketchy at best, there is no TV, free WiFi or cabin service, problems with their electrical outlets was frustrating.The bathtub had crud and long hairs in it when we arrived, the toilet had urine stains and urine rings, it was disgusting. Their furnitures are old and dirty looking. Even though we paid $240 per night we were responsible for cleaning the cabin before we checked out. Ouch!.

We celebrated our son and daughter's birthday parties at camp palehua recently and everyone who came had such a great time! The kids had a blast. The staff there were amazing to deal with. Everyone I spoke to on the phone prior to the party was so nice and helpful. The day of the party we had Lindsey and Tina who went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. They were so awesome! We did a hike there years ago as well and every experience we've had a camp palehua has been an amazing one. The views on the way up and down are great, the prices are very reasonable, and everyone there is so nice and helpful. Thank you Camp Palehua for making our children's birthday so special and a great time for all! We will be back and everyone who came to the party was so impressed with this hidden gem on the west side and said they'd be back as well.

Loved coming to Pokai Bay as a keiki with my ohana. If you not military ok to park outside the gate and walk in. Got bathroom and showers even 604 Restaurant, however the food not great, but happy hour drink price is descent. On a calm day the ocean is so blue and can float effortlessly also if you lucky a honu will grace by you on the shoreline.

So beautiful and peaceful. Prices are super reasonable for the view and the camp grounds. Plenty bathrooms, cooking areas, fire pit.... you name it. Sad I did not have time to do the trails and horseback riding but as a local will deff come back to this spot. Aunty was so kind and accommodating and made us feel like we were at the most beautiful home ever.At night it gets nice a cool as a hot sleeper I was a bit chilly and the air is so clean and pure. Kinda don't want to have to many folks come as this is a hidden gem here on Oahu!With all that thank you Camp P and I will deff be back for more camping! With love from the zip crew down the road

Camp Pālehua, my family and I can never thank you enough for allowing us to host my 20 year military retirement ceremony at the camp! It was truly an experience that we will never ever forget. Before I even get into the actual review, I first want to say the property at Camp Pālehua and surrounding area is some of the most beautiful and untouched backcountry that you will find on the island. It is truly that mountainside oasis that we all grew up enjoying or dreamed of one day getting to experience. With the singing of the birds, the smell of the passing rains, the whistling of the wind and the most epic of sunset views, this place is pure magic. This place will not be the fancy hotels and it will not be the big crowds. But it is not mean to be, it is meant to be the place to slow down, reconnect, recharge, a place to enjoy beautiful living during your event, your adventure, or even your stay.But back to my ceremony. I can not say enough nice things about Lindsey and Tina. These two are phenomenal hosts. We first reached out to the staff a month prior about the idea of hosting my retirement on the grounds more specifically inside the Hālawai conference building. After exchanging emails, Lindsey invited us to the Camp to take a complete tour of the grounds and truly look to what would fit our desires for the ceremony. It truly felt custom tailored to us. Lindsey was extremely thorough in all aspects of the logistics, to include the chairs, podiums, tables, food, restrooms, parking, even things that my wife and I wouldn't have thought of. She knew!! It was perfect! But it didn't stop there, the few weeks that led up to the ceremony we were able to keep in good contact with Lindsey and the team as they checked on us to see if we needed anything and asking how our planning was going. All of this felt very above and beyond. It made us feel extremely welcome and almost part of a family environment. My wife and I had the privilege to even come up to the camp a week prior to the event and hike some of the trails, learn more about the region, and to get to know the staff even more. The most impressive part of the whole lead up experience was during the remaining two days prior to the event. Oahu was experiencing some heavy rains and Lindsey and Tina took the time to reach out to us with weather reports and road conditions, helping us inform our own guests prior to the event. Then to the event. Just wow!! When we arrived Lindsey and Tina were already at the camp awaiting us, assisting with all of the details of set up, to include best parking arrangements, bathroom set ups, rubish cans, truly all of the little details. But the most impactful moment that my family experienced with both Lindsey and Tina was at the end of the ceremony when they both came inside Hālawai and congratulated us. That small gesture meant the world to me and my family! These two wonderful ladies from beginning to end were extraordinary and I have no doubt this is a reflection of who they are and who the staff is at Camp Pālehua. The camp is beautiful, but it is the people there that make it one of a kind. I know this review is long, but if there is one thing that I want people to know: This place is more than just a bunkhouse, cabin, or hike. This place is an experience, it is an adventure, it is a connection that you didn't know you need, but once you do, you can't live without. Simply put Thank you Lindsey, Thank you Tina, Thank you Camp Pālehua for treating our family like your family.