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1982 Map of Kawaihae

Name: 1982 Topographic Map of Kawaihae
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1991
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1991

About this map

Puukohola Heiau National Historical Site stands prominently on the coast of Kawaihae Bay, anchoring a landscape where ancient cultural landmarks meet modern maritime infrastructure. The coastal corridor features a concentration of developments including the Kawaihae settlement, a Coast Guard Reservation, and the Kawaihae Light. This area serves as a primary access point to the Kohala region, where the terrain rises sharply from beaches like Ohaiula Beach toward the higher elevations of the Kohala Forest Reserve.

Deep gulches and streams define the inland topography, with drainage systems like Honokoa Gulch and Waikoloa Stream carving through the volcanic slopes. High-altitude features such as Puu Uala and Puu Pili overlook the district boundary between the North Kohala District and South Kohala District. Significant local sites, including the Kawaihae Uka (Site) and a local Cemetery, provide vital touchpoints for genealogists and researchers studying the evolution of land use in this part of Hawaii.