The stairway to heaven you can actually climb legally. This brutal 1,048-step climb up old railway ties to the top of Koko Head crater rewards you with panoramic views of Hanauma Bay, Diamond Head, and the entire southeast coast. It is a serious workout — locals use it as their morning gym.
Tip: Go early to beat the heat — there is zero shade on the trail. Bring at least a liter of water. The bridge section near the top has a gap you can walk around on a side trail.
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