Old Maps of Fern Forest, Hawaii for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 38 historic maps of Fern Forest. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

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Fern Forest, HI maps

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  1. 1917 Map of Hilo
    1917 Map of Hilo
    1917 Hilo
    1917 Print · USGS
    The Hilo region during the Great War era shows a landscape shaped by sugar production and volcanic history. Researchers can trace the Hilo R. R. through plantation hubs like Olaa Plantation Mill and early settlements including Mountain View and Elevenmile Homestead.

  2. 1922 Map of Puna, 1957 Print
    1922 Map of Puna, 1957 Print
    1922 Puna
    1957 Print · USGS
    The Puna district of Hawaii is captured here during the early twentieth century as the national park was taking shape. Researchers can locate ancient coastal sites like Wahaula Heiau and early homesteads at Kilauea Settlement Lots.

  3. 1924 Map of Puna
    1924 Map of Puna
    1924 Puna
    1924 Print · USGS
    The Puna coastline and the volcanic highlands of Hawaii are captured here in the early twenties, during the growth of local homesteading and ranching. Genealogists and historians can locate early residents in the Kilauea Settlement Lots or trace the path of the Hawaii Consolidated Ry near Glenwood.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1932 Map of Hilo
    1932 Map of Hilo
    1932 Hilo
    1932 Print · USGS
    Coastal Hawaii and the Puna district appear here at the height of the plantation era, before major mid-century modernization. Researchers can trace the layout of sugar camps and early rail lines, locating the Olaa Plantation Mill, the Hilo Air Port, and the track of the Lava Flow of 1881.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1954 Map of Hawaii South
    1954 Map of Hawaii South
    1954 Hawaii South
    1954 Print · USGS
    The southern reaches of the Big Island in the mid-fifties show a landscape of volcanic peaks, coastal villages, and upland timber mills. Researchers can trace the old island infrastructure through sites like Koa Mill, Hoopuloa, and the remote Mountain House.

  6. 1954 Map of Hawaii North
    1954 Map of Hawaii North
    1954 Hawaii North
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Big Island in the mid-fifties shows a landscape of active volcanic history and a peak sugar-mill economy. Trace the route of the Hawaii Consolidated Railway, locate the Olaa Plantation Mill, and see the extent of the Lava flow of 1881 near Hilo.

  7. 1959 Map of Hawaii South
    1959 Map of Hawaii South
    1959 Hawaii South
    1959 Print · USGS
    The southern half of the Big Island appears here in the late fifties, dominated by the active volcanic peaks and extensive forest reserves. Researchers can trace the mid-century footprints of Pahala, Waiohinu, and the agricultural grounds of Gaspard Dairy.

  8. 1959 Map of Hawaii North
    1959 Map of Hawaii North
    1959 Hawaii North
    1959 Print · USGS
    The northern half of Hawaii Island in the late fifties shows a landscape shaped by historic volcanic activity and a thriving sugar and ranching economy. Researchers can trace historic lava flows alongside local landmarks like Upolu Point Airport, Huehue Ranch, and the Pacific Sugar Mill.

  9. 1961 Map of Hawaii North
    1961 Map of Hawaii North
    1961 Hawaii North
    1961 Print · USGS
    The Big Island's northern reaches are shown here in the early sixties, during the peak of the sugar era and before modern resort development. Researchers can trace the Hawaii Consolidated railroad, locate the Ahu a Umi Heiau Ruins, and explore sugar industry landmarks like the Pacific Sugar Mill.
    2 unique versions available

  10. 1961 Map of Hawaii South
    1961 Map of Hawaii South
    1961 Hawaii South
    1961 Print · USGS
    The southern region of the Big Island appears here in the early sixties, illustrating a landscape of volcanic craters and remote agricultural outposts. Genealogists and historians can trace the locations of Wood Valley Camp, the Koa Mill, and the ruins at Kahio.

  11. 1962 Map of Hawaii South
    1962 Map of Hawaii South
    1962 Hawaii South
    1962 Print · USGS
    The southern half of Hawaii Island in the early sixties showcases a landscape defined by volcanic rifts and coastal settlements. Researchers can trace the Hawaii Consolidated rail line, find the Kuee (Ruined) site, and locate remote camps like Hooper Camp.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1963 Map of Volcano, 1964 Print
    1963 Map of Volcano, 1964 Print
    1963 Volcano
    1964 Print · USGS
    The community of Volcano and the surrounding forest reserves are captured here in the early 1960s. Genealogists and researchers can trace the early layout of Volcano and Glenwood, alongside iconic landmarks like the Thurston Lava Tube.

  13. 1963 Map of Puu Makaala, 1964 Print
    1963 Map of Puu Makaala, 1964 Print
    1963 Puu Makaala
    1964 Print · USGS
    The upland forests of Hawaii's Big Island are captured here in the early 1960s as homesteading and resource management shaped the landscape. Genealogists and historians can trace family plots in the Keaau Homesteads or follow the route of the Old Railroad Grade.
    2 unique versions available

  14. 1963 Map of Mountain View, 1964 Print
    1963 Map of Mountain View, 1964 Print
    1963 Mountain View
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Puna District comes to life in the early sixties, showing the agricultural settlements and numbered camps that defined local life. Trace family land in Olaa Reservation Homesteads and locate historic sites like Kurtistown Sch or Olaa Dispensary.
    2 unique versions available

  15. 1966 Map of Kalalua, 1967 Print
    1966 Map of Kalalua, 1967 Print
    1966 Kalalua
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Puna District in the mid-1960s was a landscape defined by recent volcanic activity and remote settlement patterns. Researchers can trace the progression of active geology through the Lava Flow of 1963 and locate family land within the Kauka Homesteads or Kupahua Homesteads.

  16. 1975 Map of Hawaii, 1977 Print
    1975 Map of Hawaii, 1977 Print
    1975 Hawaii
    1977 Print · USGS
    The Big Island in the mid-seventies is captured here as a landscape of volcanic giants and coastal sugar communities. Genealogists and historians can locate former plantation sites like Pepeekeo Mill or trace the routes of the Mamalahoa Highway through Kamuela.

  17. 1977 Map of Volcano, 1981 Print
    1977 Map of Volcano, 1981 Print
    1977 Volcano
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Big Island's volcanic landscape is captured here in the late seventies, showing the proximity of human settlements to active rift zones. Researchers can trace the residential layouts of Volcano and Glenwood alongside Kilauea Iki Crater and Napau Crater.

  18. 1980 Map of Hawaii County Sheet 2, 1985 Print
    1980 Map of Hawaii County Sheet 2, 1985 Print
    1980 Hawaii County Sheet 2
    1985 Print · USGS
    The eastern coast of the Big Island is captured here in the early eighties, showcasing the intersection of active volcanic landforms and historic plantation towns. Researchers can trace family roots through settlements like Laupahoehoe and Papaikou, or explore the road networks around Kilauea Crater and General Lyman Field.

  19. 1981 Map of Mountain View
    1981 Map of Mountain View
    1981 Mountain View
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Puna District comes into focus during the early 1980s as agricultural camps transitioned into established residential communities. Genealogists and historians can trace old homestead boundaries and plantation life through Ninemile Camp, Kurtistown, and the Ola A Homesteads.

  20. 1981 Map of Puu Makaala
    1981 Map of Puu Makaala
    1981 Puu Makaala
    1981 Print · USGS
    The upland forests of Hawaii's Big Island are captured here in the early eighties, showing the transition from wild reserves to homesteads. Researchers can trace the Old Railroad Grade or locate early rural infrastructure like the Olaa Homestead Road and Stainback Highway.

  21. 1981 Map of Volcano
    1981 Map of Volcano
    1981 Volcano
    1981 Print · USGS
    Settlement and volcanic activity meet on the Island of Hawaii in the early eighties. Researchers can trace the grid-work of the Olaa Summer Lots and Kilauea Settlement Lots against the Crater Rim Trail and Glenwood.

  22. 1982 Map of Kalalua, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Kalalua, 1983 Print
    1982 Kalalua
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Puna District of Hawaii is shown here in the early eighties as volcanic activity reshaped the landscape. Researchers can trace the progression of volcanic events through the Lava Flow of 1977 and locate rural Kupahua Homesteads.
    2 unique versions available

  23. 1994 Map of Puumakaala, 2002 Print
    1994 Map of Puumakaala, 2002 Print
    1994 Puumakaala
    2002 Print · USGS
    The Big Island's forested uplands are captured in the 1990s as homesteading and wilderness conservation intersect. Genealogists and historians can trace the layout of the 'Ōla'a Reservation Homesteads and follow an old Railroad Grade through the dense forest.

  24. 1994 Map of Mountain View, 2002 Print
    1994 Map of Mountain View, 2002 Print
    1994 Mountain View
    2002 Print · USGS
    The Puna District comes into focus during the mid-nineties as traditional plantation camps transition into modern residential communities. Genealogists and local historians can trace family locations near Mountain View, Elevenmile Homestead, and the historic Kea'au Camp.

  25. 1995 Map of Kalalua, 1998 Print
    1995 Map of Kalalua, 1998 Print
    1995 Kalalua
    1998 Print · USGS
    In the mid-nineties, the Big Island’s volatile landscape met expanding residential grids and established homesteads. Trace the path of recent eruptions through the Lava Flow of 1977 and locate ancestral ties in the Kaimu-Makena Homesteads.
    2 unique versions available

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