Hiking Koko Head (Failed Attempt)

Hiking Koko Head (Failed Attempt) | Honolulu, Hawaii

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The Koko Head hike is a challenging and rewarding outdoor adventure located on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. It is known for its steep and strenuous trail that leads to the summit of Koko Head Crater, offering stunning panoramic views of the coastline and the Pacific Ocean.
The hike begins at the Koko Head District Park, where you'll find the trailhead. The trail consists of a series of 1,048 steps made from old railroad ties. These ties were originally used to transport military supplies to the lookout bunkers at the summit during World War II. Today, they serve as the main pathway for hikers to ascend the crater.
I was unable to complete the hike to the summit, as the trail was getting way too steep for me and I was worried about the inability to make it back down.
Recorded May 13, 2023
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@elvisfan61 Жыл бұрын

Bravo, Action Kid! I get what you mean by "failed attempt", but there is no shame in how far you got! Congratulations!

@davidellis5141 Жыл бұрын

The ActionKid is a man who knows his limitations & respects that not all can be conquered. He will be back ! 🐼

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

@Twtybird1 Жыл бұрын

I was way too chicken to make that climb! I took one look at those stairs going alllllll the waaaaaay up and turned around 😅

@Littlegem125 Жыл бұрын

At least you tried Ak,better luck next time lol thanks for sharing 👍 the views are spectacular ❤

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

Next time!

@pamhopkins8339 Жыл бұрын

Yikes, it was scary to watch, can't imagine walking that! And you had to go back down, which would be even harder! Wow 😳

@michaelchin3550 Жыл бұрын

That's some climb! Especially more difficult when holding equipment.

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

It was very difficult!

@rochellesantiago7977 Жыл бұрын

That's a brutal time of the day to attempt Koko Head. Just the heat alone is a challenge then add 1000+ steps...whew! But I love that climb. Best to do during sunrise or late afternoon. Next time AK, you'll be able to complete this hike. The views at the top is worth it 👌 Glad you knew your limit. Many had to be rescued down.

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

I can see why many had to be rescued, this is not an easy hike at all!

@Twtybird1 Жыл бұрын

@@ActionKid You’ll need a GoPro if you attempt to climb another mountain!

@andreasbobzin2687 Жыл бұрын

Steep climbing , props to you 👍 and a wonderful view from the top 🌞 See ya in the next livestream 🇩🇪☺️

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

It was worth giving it a try

@_Toto_. Жыл бұрын

18:50 wow that bridge was scary, and just remembered 1048 times how i rolled my foot last week, still limping in pain

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

It’s so scary, I can’t imagine the people climbing on the bridge!

@HengMiao Жыл бұрын

You're so adventurous, AK! This is more of an incomplete than a failed attempt, and you deserve an award for your efforts! 🏆 You've made such great progress along the trail! It's so steep, and it's so fascinating to learn this used to be a railway to the summit. 😲 18:54 This segment looks dangerous. 27:16 Astonishing views! 😍 Good job with the hike, and I'm glad you didn't push yourself knowing your limits. 👍 I appreciate you doing this hike, and thank you so much sharing the amazing views, AK! 🤗⛰

@britishgray4952 Жыл бұрын

Good Wednesday Morning My Friend IAM Hoping That You Are Having A Amazing Day This Is Very Interesting And Fun To Watch Thank You So Much For Sharing Another Story With All Of Us Much Blessings And Love Always Ms British Gray From Tampa Florida ❤😊

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

Thank you! You too!

@louisetregomorgan4907 Жыл бұрын

That was a wise choice to stop walking up the track . But thankyou for taking us most of the way. Sometimes we as tourists need to put safety first. This video was a great reminder of getting to know our limitations.

@monica-NJ-123 Жыл бұрын

Wow , proud of you for attempting this , good decision to stop where you did , such a steep climb ❤

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@maureenmaureen713 Жыл бұрын

WOW!! What a workout! Love the views. Love this adventure. Thank you for sharing AK!! 💪🏻 ⚡️👏🏻❣️

@jeffmcdonald890 Жыл бұрын

Great attempt Ak! But why would they allow a gun firing range to be next to that hike? That’s absurd. But apparently they have been doing this since 2008? Anyway good attempt. I think it’s too steep and you turned back at the right point!

@LAbee333 Жыл бұрын

Wow you walk Miles and Miles almost everyday but this hike was a Whopper! some locals were going up and down it like nothing... My heart would explode! Beautiful views glad you made the decision to put down the camera and get down the mountain safely 👍⛰️🏞️🏔️❤️

@freddypflugbeil6 Жыл бұрын

Nice place to twist your ankle or break a leg and arm Good luck Action kid

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

I can imagine so!

@jinnajin3541 Жыл бұрын

This was not a failed attempt. I love the great outdoors and hiking but this was a hike above and beyond on a whole nother level. Much respect to you

@ellymeerleveldt614 Жыл бұрын

That’s heavy ActionKid🫣, it’s very steap 😬

@101anddone2 Жыл бұрын

I was there in May 2017 out of shape and failed at the 30 seconds deep drop step area as that was too much for me. I saw a lot of of fit joggers going up and down like a piece cake. For sure those are residents who train on it daily. It’s best to hike on it in the morning hours as it is cooler to hike on it.

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

I can imagine if you train with this your body will be in superior shape

@PeterHerget 8 ай бұрын

You tried and good on you for giving it a go. It is a tough hike!

@kennedyntommy Жыл бұрын

this must have been rough because you aced that hollywood sign walk pretty easily and i was tired just watching you do that one

@Cindilu2065 Жыл бұрын

These inclines are serious hiking. Good try AK! These are hard.

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

It’s serious hiking!

@cathpeterson1944 Жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t have made it as far as you got AK, great progress 👍🏻 views are amazing 🤩

@initialdwu7821 Жыл бұрын

Good attempt bro. I've done this hike twice and it's easily my favorite hike on the island. The view up there is amazing. Just take as many breaks as you need, drink plenty of water and take your time and eventually you'll make it up to the top. I hope you give it another try some day.

@brucedahms4508 Жыл бұрын

Good attempt! Those steps would be difficult for anyone. Do you know what kind of train went up those very narrow gauge and rather flimsy-looking tracks? Here in New Hampshire we have the cog railway up Mt. Washington (elevation just over 6000 feet) which is very sturdy and is the only way I've ever been to the summit of that mountain. When I was a teenager, 65 years ago, I attempted one of the trails with my father and brother, but after 3 hours we were driven back by the heat, humidity, and black flies. Good job and good video! Many thanks!

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

It was worth trying! Not sure what kind of train used to go up this mountain.

@Cindilu2065 Жыл бұрын

They have something very similar to this in Manitou Springs. Near Colorado Springs, Colorado. It is called the Manitou incline. Kevin Bacon just did it the last time he was here.

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

That’s good to know!

@jarihult Жыл бұрын

I wonder at the start that am i hearing right because i heard the shots ,but that sign explains it so 🙂Nice steps at 8:45 those look almost like rails ,i probably would fail that hike too ,it seems partly quite steep but i’m sure that we all appreciate even your effort so 😎👍Thank you for sharing A K 🙂👍!!!

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

Yup, that was a shooting range!

@kerinehenry2448 Жыл бұрын

The view is amazing

@ulical 19 күн бұрын

I did this hike last week while I was on vacation in Oahu. Unless you're constrained by time, it really should be done first thing in the morning. I did the hike starting at around 5:45 AM, in the cool of the dawn, and it was still pretty brutal. No way I could ever recommend someone to do this in the heat of the day.

@victoriap3832 Жыл бұрын

Good job, we all have our limits. It takes a smart person to recognize it. Did you jump in the jacuzzi after that hike?

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

Yes, it was such a tough hike

@Lirico29 Жыл бұрын

Come on Action Kid you can!! 🤠😃

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

@Theshootfashion 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing & taking us on the journey 👍🏿

@adoptednuyorka Жыл бұрын

Get you had a flannel shirt on

@elizabethdiaz5434 Жыл бұрын

😲😂😎👍

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

@freddypflugbeil6 Жыл бұрын

Going back down gonna suck

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

It really did!

@RofuRofu22 10 ай бұрын

At least you tried champ!

@aina_adventurer Жыл бұрын

Good that you knew your limits and decided to trek back down for your safety. Unfortunately many people mostly tourists will ignore that gut feeling and end up needing medical services and an airlift off the trail. Looking where you stopped, looked like you were about less than 25% left till the top. I've done that hike many times and can be brutal. Especially during the mid day which is why most locals go early morning to avoid the heat. But great try!

@dng6121 Жыл бұрын

I use to climb this as a kid all the time.

@user-ns4rm5ox6y Жыл бұрын

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@andrealers2509 10 ай бұрын

I live at the base ok Koko Head and I do this hike a few times a week. It’s best to do it early in the morning or after 5:30 PM when it’s not so hot. The secret is to push and preserve. It’s not easy but it’s rewarding. I don’t agree with those telling you good job for quitting - the reward is pushing past the mental barrier telling you to quit.

@Remykivines 3 ай бұрын

After 5.30 is risky?

@andrealers2509 3 ай бұрын

@@Remykivines hi and thanks for the question. It’s not risky at all after 5:30 PM. To be honest, I usually hit it at 4:00 AM (and, believe it or not, I’m typically not the first one up). I’ve never felt unsafe. But, doing it late in the afternoon is also a great time. You don’t need a headlamp and it’s not so hot. There are always plenty of people too. The only time it’s risky is when it’s raining g and the steps get slippery. You don’t want to fall. Good luck!

@kerinehenry2448 Жыл бұрын

I would love to do this hike

@peterlaycock917 Жыл бұрын

AK when working on the track it is important for your own safety not to walk on the ties or sleepers as we say in the UK as they can be very slippery you always must walk on the ballast as it is a lot safer that is a part of your personal track safety training in the UK

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

Good points!

@planetpluto430 Жыл бұрын

Ak, what the proposal for that former rail road?

@deevee7642 3 ай бұрын

i did this hike once, it took me 6 hours. I wont do it again. It was tough. Now that i think about it, I should have turned around. Its worse going down.

@amlesion9142 Жыл бұрын

I got to the top of this mountain via the track route while wearing slippers. I do not recommend it unless you like having swollen feet for the next couple of days.

@TheShonuff888 Жыл бұрын

😂 its ok AK i can only make it half way until everything shuts down on me

@pavelow235 Жыл бұрын

What time does the train run up the track?

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

It’s not active anymore

@Jcl257 10 ай бұрын

I did this yesterday lol

@paulag888 Жыл бұрын

The Grand Canyon hike to the bottom might be easier. 😂

@ActionKid Жыл бұрын

@donaldtrumpy5914 22 күн бұрын

Is it a difficult to hike?

@vaithinathan2747 Жыл бұрын

What about tram car in this hard route.....

@beaukapeliela9540 9 ай бұрын

This hike was pretty easy, no offense haha stairway, three peaks, and Crouching Lion are all harder

@user-vm3zt4kq5i Жыл бұрын

Yep, as immortal SFPD Inspector Harold Francis "Dirty Harry" Callahan once said ... "A man's got to know his limitations." Good video, bro ... try again someday👍