Stunning Destinations You Won't Believe Are In The USA

Prohibited Haʻikū Stairs

The Haʻikū Stairs is one of the most incredible hidden treasures for travel in the United States, but it’s illegal to breach. Located in Oahu, Hawaii, this destination is an old abandoned stairway along Oahu's Ko'olau mountain range with 3,922 steps up to a hill to an old military base. Constructed for strategic communication capabilities during World War II, the stairs were the primary means of transporting equipment and reaching the off-limits base. Now guarded with security and a fine of six hundred dollars for trespassing, many daring sightseers brave the poor conditions and possible penalties for the opportunity to see a godly view of Oahu and the world as far as the eye can see.

Although the Haʻikū Stairs are off the beat-and-track and a prohibited trail, the following destination is just as spectacular and an option for guided tour.