Old Maps of Papaikou, Hawaii for Hiking & Exploration

Hike through history with 9 historic maps of Papaikou. 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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  • Made for exploration: Popular among hikers, overlanders, and local history lovers.

Use these maps to find adventure and explore the hidden past of Papaikou.


Papaikou, HI maps

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  1. 1915 Map of Honomu
    1915 Map of Honomu
    1915 Honomu
    1915 Print · USGS
    The Hamakua and Hilo coastlines appear in incredible detail in this early territorial survey of Hawaii. Genealogists and historians can trace the foundations of plantation life at Honomu and Papaaloa, or locate long-standing landmarks like Akaka Falls and the Pohakupuka School.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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

  5. 1966 Map of Papaikou, 1967 Print
    1966 Map of Papaikou, 1967 Print
    1966 Papaikou
    1967 Print · USGS
    The Hamakua Coast of Hawaii Island is shown here during the height of the plantation era, characterized by coastal sugar mills and upland flumes. Local historians can trace the development of Pepeekeo Mill and the specific boundaries of Kulaimano Homesteads and Kaieie Homesteads.

  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 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.

  8. 1994 Map of Papaikou, 1998 Print
    1994 Map of Papaikou, 1998 Print
    1994 Papaikou
    1998 Print · USGS
    The Hamakua Coast’s plantation heritage and homestead settlements are captured here in the mid-nineties. Trace the industrial footprint of the Pepeekeo Mill, locate family sites at Andrade Camp, or explore the grounds of the Mauna Kea Memorial Park.

  9. 2024 Map of Papaikou, 2024 Print
    2024 Map of Papaikou, 2024 Print
    2024 Papaikou
    2024 Print · USGS
    The Hamakua Coast comes alive in this contemporary survey, showing the transition from historic plantation centers to modern residential communities. Genealogists and local historians can trace family sites at Alae Cem, the Pepe'ekeo Mill, and Honomu.

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