Lester's Random Life

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September 2010

This morning's Diamond Head Sunrise Hike

It was a perfect morning for a nice hike up Diamond Head. The trades were blowing slightly, just enough to rid the crater of the humidity. There were just enough clouds off in the distance for a beautiful sunrise.

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We got up to the Diamond Head gate at 5:25am, the first car in line. The moon was just setting over the crater.

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At the first lookout point about two thirds the way up the trail, the Sun hadn't peeked over Koko Head yet but the sky was already bright.

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At the second lookout, just before the 99 steps you can see the sky lighting up now. The Sun breaking the horizon, but still hidden behind the clouds.

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Finally at the top of the Diamond Head trail and the Sun just stretching over the clouds. What a beautiful morning!