Camp Pupukea

A hidden treasure in the mountains above Sharks Cove...Camp Pupukea! I was fortunate to be a part of my son's boy scout troop. Going up there for Winter Summit during the week of New Year's Eve was was an experience I'll never forget.Hearing from others who have been there told me it's cold, rainy and wet. Well it I true! The weather forecast predicted rain and wind. Good thing we came prepared.You wouldn't think you're in Hawaii being up there. It kind of reminds me of Lanai...lots of eucalyptus trees. They have multiple campsites throughout the property. We stayed at Po'o Huku which is probably the farthest from the dining hall and parking lot. However, it had the best drainage compared to other sites that got flooded out and were super muddy. Each site has a pair of portable toilets and sink with potable water. Showers and flushable toilets were nearby like a 2 minute walk. At least the showers have hot water!If you have a child who will be attending Camp Pupukea for the first time, make sure they bring the following...Rain jacket, warm clothing, trash bag to keep clothes dry just in case the tent leaks, mosquito repellent, good water proof or water resistant shoes.

Beautiful and fun. Hope they can open again soon, like so may places closed by Covid

This is a great place to camp!!! The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. They have several ropes courses and a bunch of great team games to play. The camp fire is amazing!!!

I love this camp site. Spent my middle school days here about 20 years ago and i can remember it so vividly, from the air, the trees, the pool, the cabins, the tents and the fire pit area - where they tell the history of the camping grounds and ghost stories around the bonfire. The activities there like the hiking trails and archery were great. BUT... the main attraction to me and pretty much the entire class was the swimming pool. I have alot of good and fun memories there. I would love to go back and relive a few memories with my keikis someday.