2024 Map of Kalae OE E

About this map

The southeastern coast of the Island of Hawai'i meets the Pacific Ocean in this coastal survey, where the rugged volcanic shoreline is marked by a succession of named points and coves. The terrain transitions from the upland heights of Awāwaloa and Pu'uko'ihala down to the rocky edge of the sea at Kamilo Point. This stretch of coastline is defined by its numerous small inlets and natural features, such as Ka'alu'alu Bay and Kai'ole Bay, which likely served as important landmarks and resource points for the surrounding land divisions. Local place names like Kamilopaekanaka and Kamilopa'eali'i reflect the cultural and historical geography of the region. Inland, the map traces various water features including Kaluahonu and Waipouli, illustrating the complex drainage patterns of the coastal shelf before it reaches the sea.