1964 Map of Kaena

About this map

Kaena Point anchors the westernmost tip of Oahu in this mid-century survey, a landscape defined by sharp coastal palis and extensive military footprints. The Dillingham Air Force Base dominates the northern coast near Mokuleia Beach, while the interior is carved into several managed forest reserves including Kuaokala Forest Reserve and Makaha Forest Reserve. Evidence of the island's ranching history is visible through named properties such as Crowbar Ranch and Dillingham Ranch, positioned along the Old Railroad Grade and Farrington Highway. Cultural and archaeological sites are also noted, including the Heiau and Kaneana Cave along the southwestern shore. The map illustrates a transitional era for the Waianae Mountains, where traditional land use and large-scale ranching met expanding defensive installations like the Makua Military Reservation.