Old Maps of Kaunēnē, Hawaii for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 12 historic maps of Kaunēnē. 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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Use these historic maps to boost your research and find new opportunities beneath the surface of Kaunēnē.


Kaunēnē, HI maps

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  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 1960 Map of Kaunene, 1961 Print
    1960 Map of Kaunene, 1961 Print
    1960 Kaunene
    1961 Print · USGS
    The high slopes of the Big Island are captured here in the early sixties, showing a landscape defined by forest reserves and remote camps. Researchers can trace historic land divisions and upland sites like Gaspars Dairy, Hapuu Camp, and the Komakawai Waterholes.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 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.

  5. 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

  6. 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.

  7. 1980 Map of Hawaii County Sheet 3, 1984 Print
    1980 Map of Hawaii County Sheet 3, 1984 Print
    1980 Hawaii County Sheet 3
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Big Island's South Kona and Kau districts are captured here in the early 1980s, from the historic coffee lands to the southern tip. Researchers can trace the layout of coastal villages and sugar-era settlements like Milolii, Pahala, and the City of Refuge Nat Historical Pk.

  8. 1982 Map of Kaunene
    1982 Map of Kaunene
    1982 Kaunene
    1982 Print · USGS
    The high slopes of the Kona and Kau districts are captured here in the early eighties, defined by traditional land divisions and remote ranching outposts. Trace the footprints of upland life at Gaspars Dairy, Hapuu Camp, and the Komakawai Waterholes.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 1993 Map of Kaunene, 2001 Print
    1993 Map of Kaunene, 2001 Print
    1993 Kaunene
    2001 Print · USGS
    The South Kona uplands are shown in the early nineties as a landscape of remote cattle camps and high-elevation land divisions. Genealogists and local historians can trace the tracks to Gaspars Dairy, Hapu'u Camp, and the Komakawai Waterholes.

  10. 2013 Map of Kaunene, 2013 Print
    2013 Map of Kaunene, 2013 Print
    2013 Kaunene
    2013 Print · USGS
    Covers Kaunēnē, including Honaunau-Napoopoo, Keanapa‘akai, and other nearby areas

  11. 2017 Map of Kaunene, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Kaunene, 2017 Print
    2017 Kaunene
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Kaunēnē, including Honaunau-Napoopoo, Keanapa‘akai, and other nearby areas

  12. 2024 Map of Kaunene, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Kaunene, 2024 Print
    2024 Kaunene
    2024 Print · USGS
    The South Kona uplands are captured in this contemporary survey, showing the deep forests and volcanic landmarks of the Big Island. Researchers can trace the boundaries of the Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge and locate Komakawai Waterholes and Pu'ukinikini.

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