We are from the West. I agree with
@cmakin although I haven't visited KP. The campus looks nice on a picture. Sent my DS alone last November to visit KP. He had an overnight visit as an athlete and slept in the bunk of a plebe who was expelled from KP. He met the coach and the team. Some of the mids tried to scare him and tell him that KP is a tough place. After that he had breakfast with all and attended some classes. This is exactly what I wanted. I wanted him to have more personal experience inside KP. Like
@joriebelle said - good to have, but not necessary. It is completely up to you. Good luck!