2024 Map of Kaunene

About this map

Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge occupies a significant portion of this modern survey of the Island of Hawai'i. The landscape is defined by the steep elevation of the South Kona district, where local infrastructure is limited to specialized routes like Telephone Exchange Rd and Rabbit Hill Rd. The terrain shows a distinct ecological transition, moving from the forested sections of the refuge into the high-elevation volcanic slopes marked by prominent landmarks such as Pu'ukinikini and Kaunēnē. Scattered across the higher reaches are vital water sources in an otherwise arid volcanic environment, including the Komakawai Waterholes and the Ki'ilae Watercourse. The map also details the administrative and geographic reach of the Honaunau- Napoopoo region, illustrating how land management and natural conservation intersect in this contemporary Hawaiian environment.