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1900s (20th Century) Maps of Makapala, Hawaiʻi County

Explore 10 historic maps of Makapala from the 1900s (20th Century). These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1900s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Makapala's landscape evolved across the 1900s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

  • Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1900s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
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Start exploring Makapala's history through authentic maps from the 1900s. This is your window into the past.

Makapala, Hawaiʻi County maps

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  1. 1913 Map of Kohala, 1954 Print
    1913 Map of Kohala, 1954 Print
    1913 Kohala
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Kohala coast thrived as a hub of sugar production and rail transport during the early territory days. Genealogists and historians can trace the industrial landscape of Union Mill, the Hawaii Railway line, and cultural landmarks like Puukohola Heiau.
  4. 1916 Map of Kohala
    1916 Map of Kohala
    1916 Kohala
    1916 Print · USGS
    The northern tip of Hawaii island comes into focus during the height of the sugar era. Researchers can trace the industrial landscape of the Hawaii Railway connecting Union Mill, Hawi, and Kohala Mill to the coastal landings.
    2 unique versions available
  7. 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.
  10. 1957 Map of Hawi, 1960 Print
    1957 Map of Hawi, 1960 Print
    1957 Hawi
    1960 Print · USGS
    North Kohala during the late fifties shows a landscape of sugar mill camps and sprawling cattle ranches. Genealogists can trace family connections to Union Camp, Makapala, and the Kohala Mill or locate the Wainala Cemetery.
    2 unique versions available
  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. 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.
  22. 1980 Map of Hawaii County Sheet 1, 1984 Print
    1980 Map of Hawaii County Sheet 1, 1984 Print
    1980 Hawaii County Sheet 1
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Big Island's diverse terrain and transition into the 1980s are shown here, from the northern coast to the high mountain saddles. Genealogists and historians can trace homesteads and local roads near Kailua, Kukuihaele, and the Ahualoa area.
  25. 1982 Map of Hawi, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Hawi, 1983 Print
    1982 Hawi
    1983 Print · USGS
    The North Kohala coast and the settlements of Hawi and Kapaau are shown here in the early eighties as the region’s ranching and homesteading traditions continued. Researchers can trace historic land divisions like the Upolu Homesteads and find local landmarks such as the Lighthouse and Puu Hue Ranch.
    2 unique versions available
  28. 1995 Map of Hawi, 1998 Print
    1995 Map of Hawi, 1998 Print
    1995 Hawi
    1998 Print · USGS
    The northern coast of Hawaii Island shows its agricultural and maritime character in the mid-1990s, from the historic town of Hawi to the eastern gulches. Locate family landmarks and community sites like Kohala Schools, Wainaia Cemetery, and the Puu Hue Ranch.
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