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Old Maps of Hilo, Hawaii for Hiking & Exploration

Hike through history with 34 historic maps of Hilo. Explore old trails, ghost towns, and forgotten backroads — perfect for outdoor adventurers and local explorers.

  • Rediscover forgotten places: Map out old mining camps, roads, and footpaths that no longer exist on modern maps.
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Use these maps to find adventure and explore the hidden past of Hilo.

Hilo, 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.
  4. 1924 Map of Makuu
    1924 Map of Makuu
    1924 Makuu
    1924 Print · USGS
    The Puna coastline in the early twentieth century was a landscape of rail-linked plantations and volcanic terrain. You can trace the Hawaii Consolidated Railway as it services Honolulu Landing and the Nanawale Homesteads near the Lava Flow of 1840.
    3 unique versions available
  7. 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
  10. 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.
  13. 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.
  16. 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
  19. 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
  22. 1963 Map of Piihonua, 1964 Print
    1963 Map of Piihonua, 1964 Print
    1963 Piihonua
    1964 Print · USGS
    The South Hilo District is captured here in the early sixties, showing how historic eruptions shaped local development. Genealogists and historians can locate the Japanese Cemetery, Kaumana School, and the path of the Olaa Flume through the homesteads.
  25. 1963 Map of Hilo, 1964 Print
    1963 Map of Hilo, 1964 Print
    1963 Hilo
    1964 Print · USGS
    Hilo and its surrounding homesteads are captured in detail during the early sixties, showing the city's expansion against the backdrop of the Panaewa Forest Reserve. Researchers can trace old family footprints in the Waiakea Homesteads, locate the Sugar Mill, or find St Josephs High Sch and Rainbow Falls.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1963 Map of Keaau Ranch, 1964 Print
    1963 Map of Keaau Ranch, 1964 Print
    1963 Keaau Ranch
    1964 Print · USGS
    The Puna coastline in the early sixties remains a stretch of ranch land and orchards before modern development. Trace early agricultural footprints at Keaau Ranch and follow coastal trails to isolated spots like Haena and Kaloli Point.
    2 unique versions available
  31. 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.
  34. 1977 Map of Hilo, 1981 Print
    1977 Map of Hilo, 1981 Print
    1977 Hilo
    1981 Print · USGS
    Hilo at the end of the 1970s is shown in striking aerial detail, capturing the city's transition from a plantation hub to a modern urban center. Researchers can trace the development of the city grid, the industrial harbor at Hilo Bay, and the expanding footprint of Hilo.
  37. 1977 Map of Piihonua, 1981 Print
    1977 Map of Piihonua, 1981 Print
    1977 Piihonua
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Hilo highlands are captured in the late seventies, showing the push of development into the Hawaiian forest. Researchers can trace the early street patterns of Piihonua and Kaumana or follow the course of Waiau Stream.
  40. 1980 Map of Keaau Ranch, 1981 Print
    1980 Map of Keaau Ranch, 1981 Print
    1980 Keaau Ranch
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Puna coastline of Hawaii Island is shown here in the early 1980s, highlighting the remote settlements and ranch lands of the eastern shore. Researchers can trace the rugged shoreline from Kaloli Point to Anapuka, locating family-named sites like Keaau Ranch and Wahine Maka Nui.
  43. 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.
  46. 1981 Map of Piihonua
    1981 Map of Piihonua
    1981 Piihonua
    1981 Print · USGS
    The Hilo district in the early eighties shows the intersection of volcanic history and early island settlement. Researchers can trace the Lava Flow of 1881 past the Kaumana Cem or locate old waterworks like the Olaa Flume Spring.
    2 unique versions available
  49. 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.
  52. 1981 Map of Hilo
    1981 Map of Hilo
    1981 Hilo
    1981 Print · USGS
    Coastal Hawaii comes into focus in the early eighties as Hilo transitions from its plantation roots to a modern regional hub. Researchers can trace family history through Homelani Memorial Park or locate industrial sites like the Puna Sugar Company Mill.
    2 unique versions available
  55. 1994 Map of Keaau Ranch, 2001 Print
    1994 Map of Keaau Ranch, 2001 Print
    1994 Keaau Ranch
    2001 Print · USGS
    The Puna coastline comes into focus during the late twentieth century, showing a landscape of lava-swept shores and isolated ranching outposts. Trace local history at Kea'au Ranch and its nearby Cemetery, or follow coastal tracks to Anapuka and Paki Bay.
  58. 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.
  61. 1995 Map of Hilo, 1998 Print
    1995 Map of Hilo, 1998 Print
    1995 Hilo
    1998 Print · USGS
    Hilo's coastal and industrial landscape comes into focus during the mid-nineties, showing the city's relationship with its volcanic history. Researchers can trace the path of the Lava Flow of 1881 or locate local landmarks like the Puna Sugar Company Mill and 8 1/2 Mile Camp.
  64. 1997 Map of Piihonua, 1999 Print
    1997 Map of Piihonua, 1999 Print
    1997 Piihonua
    1999 Print · USGS
    The foothills west of Hilo are captured here in the late twentieth century, showing a landscape defined by massive historical lava flows. You can trace the boundaries of the Kaumana Homesteads or locate local landmarks like the Kaumana Cemetery and Boiling Pots.
    2 unique versions available
  67. 2013 Map of Puumakaala, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Puumakaala, 2013 Print
    2013 Puumakaala
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Hilo, including Fern Forest, Mountain View, and other nearby areas
  70. 2013 Map of Hilo, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Hilo, 2013 Print
    2013 Hilo
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Hilo, including Keaau, Wainaku, and other nearby areas
  73. 2013 Map of Piihonua, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Piihonua, 2013 Print
    2013 Piihonua
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Hilo, including Hawaiʻi County, United States, and other nearby areas
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