Koko Crater Railway Trail, about 90 minutes from the Ko Olina Beach Villas, is a 1.4 mile round-trip trail located near Honolulu that offers scenic views and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round.
Access to the trail starts at Koko Head Park in Hawaii Kai. The first part of the hike is over a newly landscaped hill behind Goeas Baseball Field to the bottom of the old rail track. Your next mission is a trek up the 1,000-plus steps to the top of Koko crater. The reward? A panoramic view of the east Honolulu shoreline not to mention one heck of a workout.
A few common sense tips before starting the hike: don’t push yourself too hard, go early in the day to beat the heat, go in dry weather, wear appropriate footwear and clothing, go to the bathroom before starting the hike, and be sure to bring water, sunscreen, cell phone, and snacks.
For more information, visit http://honolulu.about.com/od/Activities/fr/KokoHead.htm.
