How do I get to Kuliouou Ridge Trail?

HOW TO GET THERE: From Waikiki, take Kalanianaole Highway toward Hawaii Kai. In Hawaii Kai, turn left onto Kuliouou Road. Take a right at Kalaau Place and park toward the end of the road. The trailhead is just beyond the cul-de-sac.

Where do you park for kuliouou ridge hike?

Parking: No parking at entrance, street parking on Kalaau rd. and surrounding neighborhood. What to expect: This trail begins where the Kuli’ou’ou trail state hiking sign is at the end of Kalaau Rd. Be sure to follow the dirt path not the paved road.

How long does it take to do Kuliouou Ridge Trail?

three to four hours
The Kuliouou Ridge Trail is about 4.4 miles round trip and takes a good three to four hours to complete. Less then half an hour from Waikiki, the trailhead is located at the end of residential Kalaau Place.

Is Kuliouou Ridge Trail open?

Though some hiking trails are closed, Kuliouou Ridge Trail, which offers a sweeping view of Hawaii Kai, Koko Crater, Koko Head, Koko Marina and Sandy Beach, is currently open.

Is Kuliouou Ridge Trail Hard?

Kuliouou Ridge Trail is a 4.7 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail.

Has anyone died hiking stairway to Heaven?

KANEOHE, OAHU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A man identified by friends as a former island disc jockey and entertainer died of an apparent internal injury while hiking the Haiku Stairs, commonly known as Stairway to Heaven, early Sunday morning.

Why are the stairs to heaven illegal?

Stairway To Heaven Hawaii: A Quick History The Stairway To Heaven, also known as the Haiku Stairs was built during World War II as a way for soldiers to access the radio antenna that sits at the top. Instead of fixing the damage, the stairway was fenced off and deemed highly dangerous and illegal to climb.