Koko Crater Railway Trailhead

Hiking area · Hawaii Kai

Koko Crater Railway Trailhead

Hiking area · Hawaii Kai

7604 Koko Head Park Rd #7602, Honolulu, HI 96825

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Challenging 1000+ step hike with stunning crater & ocean views

7604 Koko Head Park Rd #7602, Honolulu, HI 96825 Get directions

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"Unlikely Art with a View Unlikely as it may be, if you climb the steps to 1208ft (or 368m) at Kokohead, there is quite a bit of street art...er, trail art. Usually spotting the tagging at the conclusion of an intense and beautiful hike is a disappointment, but the colorful giraffe graffiti on the old cement military outposts at the summit of the Koko Crater made me smile and added a bit of visual delight to an otherwise typical aqua-marine and tropical-green Hawaiian landscape."

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Kecia Aguilar

Google

This was an awesome hike for my husband and I to accomplish. I will say it's not an easy hike it's moderate. Make sure that you bring water and when you get to the top, take a break you're going to need it! I ended up getting to the top without breaks during the climb but everyone's fitness level varies. Enjoy this because the pictures and views from the top makes this climb worth every step!

MissTx5

Google

Good hike, roughly 1.5 miles to the summit and back but that incline is no joke. Stairs to the summit are in good condition but I wouldn’t attempt it if it’s raining, there is a section with signs posted not to use it even though most people still do. Bring a hat, sunscreen, and water or at least make sure you’re properly hydrated

Glenn Gatineau

Google

Best to go early in the morning to beat the heat! This is not a beginner trail — watch your step (literally) as you climb about 1,048 steep steps to the top. 🥵 Expect the hike to take 45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes, depending on your pace. The view at the summit is absolutely worth every step. Bring plenty of water and take your time — you’ll earn that view! 🌄⛰️💪💦

Andrzej Daszkiewicz

Google

Make sure you have comfortable shoes and lots of water. The trail is definitely a challenge, especially for those who don't hike often. I also recommend sunscreen, and a hat. Besides that it's amazing and getting to the top its like a cherry on top. Great for workout and confidence boost.

Enid Contreras

Google

A must when you visit Oahu! Definitely recommend doing for sunrise to avoid heat and to see beautiful views as the sun goes up!! Most people take 30-45 mins to go up but budget an hour up just in case! The hike itself isn’t hard, it’s just the quick elevation gain!! Take your time, but no matter what, push through and make it to the top! It’s so worth it. Bring water and go to the bathroom beforehand. I’ve seen people throw up on the way and take over an hour to go up, but I’ve also seen people sprinting it 5 times in row within 2 hours. Seen people do it in the nicest hokas and seen people do it barefoot. Just listen to your body and full send it;) there are pillboxes up top and you can even go down the ridges if you’d like just be careful. Parking is free and there are also free bathrooms a little below the parking.

Amber L

Google

This hike is so worth it! It’s over 1000 steps so definitely a stair-master workout but the view at the top is stunning. Take it slow and bring lots of water. It took us less than half an hour to get to the top and about 10-15 minutes getting down and we spent about an hour admiring the views at the top. We did it right before sunset which I highly recommend as the heat is much more bearable at this time compared to earlier

Sam

Google

This is a very hot home with barely any tree coverage so be prepared to cover yourself or else you'll get burnt. There's are over 1000 steps to make it to the summit. There are two bridges you'll cross and if you don't want to step on the bridge, there's are side trails to bypass it. Definitely worth a hike and being water and sunblock!

Allen Siva

Google

Did the trail with our 4-year-old, so it took us a bit longer, but it was still a great experience. It’s steep but mostly safe, and we stopped to take in the view at the bridge. We got there by bus, which was really convenient. Highly recommend going early to avoid the heat!