Near Koko Head Crater Trail
Panorama shot from the top of the pillbox at the very top.
Near Koko Head Crater Trail
One of many railway ties
Near Koko Head Crater Trail
Hiking down the steep railroad ties is even more difficult.
Near Koko Head Crater Trail
Koko Crater
Near Koko Head Crater Trail
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Koko Head Crater Trail

4.4 (30 Ratings)
This is a popular, difficult trail on old railway tracks with incredible panoramic views from the top.
0.5
mi
Distance
1,000
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.5mi
Distance
1,000ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
1,198ft
High Point
198ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The trail is steep and crowded. You'll be climbing 1048 old military railroad ties to the top of Koko Crater. Your reward will be incredible panoramic views. Going down is even more difficult because the trail is steep and you do not want to miss the steps.

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