Old Maps of Kaumana, Hilo

Explore 14 old maps of Kaumana, spanning from 1917 to today. These high-resolution historic maps reveal how streets, neighborhoods, landmarks, and natural features evolved over time — perfect for genealogy, metal detecting, research, and local history exploration.

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Kaumana, Hilo 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. 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

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. 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

  11. 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

  12. 2013 Map of Piihonua, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Piihonua, 2013 Print
    2013 Piihonua
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Kaumana, including Hilo, Hawaiʻi County, and other nearby areas

  13. 2017 Map of Piihonua, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Piihonua, 2017 Print
    2017 Piihonua
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Kaumana, including Hilo, Hawaiʻi County, and other nearby areas

  14. 2024 Map of Piihonua, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Piihonua, 2024 Print
    2024 Piihonua
    2024 Print · USGS
    The volcanic slopes above Hilo are defined here by a series of massive historic eruptions and river-cut canyons. You can trace the path of the Lava Flow of 1881 near Kaūmana and locate landmarks like Boiling Pots on the Wailuku River.

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