1978 Map of Hana

About this map

Hana sits along the eastern coastline of Maui in this late-1970s orthophoto survey, providing a rare aerial perspective on the region's topography before more modern development. This photographic map reveals the dramatic volcanic landscape, showing the transition from the rugged shoreline at Keakulikuli Pt. to the high interior elevations marked by cinder cones like Puu Hinai and Puu Puou. The complex drainage patterns of the Waihoi Valley are clearly visible, illustrating how the dense vegetation and terrain shaped the early layout of the settlement. Unlike traditional line-drawn maps, this image captures the literal texture of the land, from the breaking waves of the Pacific Ocean to the agricultural patches and forested ridges that defined the character of this isolated coastal community during the era.