History of Bellows AFS Historical Tours Remember Bellows Field See significant historical landmarks including where the first prisoner of World War II was captured, the original runway of Bellows Field , and where planes were kept. Reservations are recommended as space is limited. This 3 hour ride is approximately 7 miles on graded dirt road with moderate uphill climbs and a short steep hike that rewards the climber with a spectacular view of the entire air station and lush windward side.
Price includes mountain bike rental and helmet.
In 1917, Waimanalo Military Reservation was established by Presidential Executive Order. The land was leased from Waimanalo Sugar Plantation. The only clearings were for training areas and tents where the men slept. In 1933 the land was renamed to Bellows Field. The name honors the memory of Lt Franklin Barney Bellows, a World War I hero.