Hawaii’s Stairway to Heaven hike, also known as Haiku Stairs–3,922 steps crawling up Oahu’s Koolau Mountain Range–was built in 1942 by the U.S. Navy. The scenic voyage became an instant attraction, ...

People are flocking to Hawaii’s arguably most infamous – and illegal – hike, the Stairway to Heaven, before it is removed for good. Arrests and dozens of citations have immediately ensued. Just two ...

The saga of the Haiku Stairs - better known as the “Stairway to Heaven” hike - may soon be coming to an end on Oahu. This weekend, local news reported that the city of Honolulu has selected a ...

The soap opera surrounding Oahu’s Haiku Stairs — also known as the Stairway to Heaven — continues even as the famed landmark is being dismantled. Related Articles Lonely Planet touts 25 must-visit ...

HONOLULU (KHON) – An unofficial tourist attraction on the island of Oahu will be torn down at the end of April, officials in Hawaii confirmed last week. The Haiku (Haʻikū) Stairs, sometimes called the ...

KANEOHE, Hawaii (Island News) -- The Haiku Stairs, also known as the “Stairway to Heaven,” is officially set for demolition. On Wednesday morning, the City and County of Honolulu held a press ...

Editor’s note: SFGATE recognizes the importance of diacritical marks in the Hawaiian language. We are unable to use them due to the limitations of our publishing platform. Christine Hitt is the Hawaii ...

HONOLULU — A woman and her dog hiking on an off-limits trail were rescued on Monday when the animal fell approximately 50 feet, authorities said. According to the Honolulu Fire Department, rescuers ...