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1982 Map of Honokane

Name: 1982 Topographic Map of Honokane
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

The Kohala Forest Reserve dominates this coastal landscape, where the volcanic slopes of the North Kohala District meet the Pacific. This 1980s-era documentation reveals a rugged interface of deep erosional features, including Pololu Valley and Waimanu Valley, which cut sharply through the terrain. The presence of infrastructure such as the Waimanu Trail and various tunnels and flumes reflects a complex history of water management in this high-rainfall environment.

Small settlements like Niulii and Wakaina are situated near the coast, while deeper in the valleys, researchers can identify the sites of the Old USGS Camp and New USGS Camp. Notable hydrological features include Wailikahi Falls and the Awini Weir, indicating the area's significance for geological and water-resource study. The coastline is marked by prominent landforms such as Kalalae Pt and the offshore Paokalani Island, framed by a protective coral reef.