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2013 Map of Makaopuhi Crater

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Makaopuhi Crater
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Mauna Ulu and its surrounding lava shields dominate this coastal section of the East Rift Zone within Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. This 2013 survey documents a landscape defined by volcanic activity, tracing the specific footprints of the Lava Flow of 1972, the Lava Flow of 1923, and earlier events like the Lava Flow of 1840. The infrastructure of the park is captured through the winding path of Chain of Craters Rd and Hilina Pali Rd, which provide access to significant landmarks like Makaopuhi Crater and Pauahi Crater.

Human presence is sparse but notable at the Ainahou Ranch and the Keauhou Shelter near the coast. The terrain transitions from the high peaks of Pu'u Huluhulu down to the massive cliffs of Hōlei Pali and Poliokeawe Pali, eventually meeting the Pacific Ocean at points like Apua Point and Keauhou Point. Overlooks such as Muliwai a Pele Overlook and Kipuka Kahali'i Overlook offer views of this ever-changing geologic environment.