2024 Map of Mahukona

About this map

The northwestern coastline of the Island of Hawai‘i is defined here by a series of prominent volcanic headlands and small inlets. Central to this maritime landscape is Māhukona Harbor, a site that anchors the coastal transport network. The terrain is marked by sharp geographic markers including Puakea Point at the northern reach, and others such as Hā‘ena Point and Kā‘oma Point. Modern transportation routes like the Kawaihae-Mahukona Rd and Mahukona-Niulii Rd trace the contours of the land, providing access to this shoreline. This 2024 survey depicts a landscape where small bays, such as Holana Bay, provide the only breaks in the rocky interface between the Pacific and the upland slopes.