Hilo Surplus Store
Founded in 1974, Hilo Surplus Store Inc is a locally and family-owned business that has been the go-to resource for outdoor gear, survival supplies, and tactical equipment across Hawaii's Big Island. Whether you're gearing up for a backcountry hike, preparing for emergencies, or building out your ev...
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Founded in 1974, Hilo Surplus Store Inc is a locally and family-owned business that has been the go-to resource for outdoor gear, survival supplies, and tactical equipment across Hawaii's Big Island. Whether you're gearing up for a backcountry hike, preparing for emergencies, or building out your everyday carry setup, they stock the brands and products that actually work in the field.
- •Tents: Eureka brand three-season tents (come with warranty)
- •Sleeping bags: Military-grade options rated for 20°F, 0°F, and below-zero conditions. Neus Trading bags are a top seller—under 3 lbs but genuinely warm
- •Backpacks: Camping packs, hiking packs in multiple styles
- •Hammocks: Lightweight camping options
- •Sleeping mats & mattresses: Comfort for longer trips
- •Military cots: Superior quality with replacement parts available
- •Nalgene BPA-free bottles in multiple sizes
- •Fifty Fifty stainless steel insulated bottles (24-hour hot/cold retention)
- •Camo bag water carriers
- •Katadyn portable water filters and purification tablets
- •SteriPEN UV purifiers
- •Jetboil stoves
- •Primus outdoor gas stoves
- •Pocket stoves and small burners
- •Stove fuel (all factory warrantied)
- •50, 100, and 200-quart stainless steel pots
Military tactical boots and rubber boots in tan or black, sizes 3–15. One of the few places on the island stocking thermal underwear year-round.
- •Walking sticks and hiking sticks (including Brazos brand, handmade from various woods)
- •Mountain Smith and Brazos brands
- •Paracord selection: Biggest in Hilo
- •Atwood utility ropes
- •Compasses
- •Fire starters with multiple flint and gas options
- •Waterproofing sprays for boots and clothing
- •Mountain House freeze-dried meals (best selection on the island)
- •MRE military meals
- •Camouflage clothing
- •Military apparel
- •Everyday carry items
Eureka, Neus Trading, Jetboil, Primus, Katadyn, SteriPEN, Fifty Fifty, Mountain House, Mountain Smith, Brazos, Nalgene, Atwood
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Hours | Mon–Sat, 9 AM–4 PM (Closed Sundays) |
| Founded | 1974 |
| Special Offers | Military discounts available |
| Ownership | Locally & family-owned |
| Specialty | Thermal underwear (year-round) & paracord (largest selection in Hilo) |
They maintain the biggest paracord selection in Hilo and are one of the only places on the island that stocks thermal underwear year-round.
Location: Hilo, Hawaii (Big Island)
- •Phone: 808-935-6398
Whether you need a complete camping setup, freeze-dried rations for a multi-day trek, or hard-to-find items like quality paracord and thermal gear, Hilo Surplus Store Inc has inventory built for real conditions.