2024 Map of Manuka Bay

About this map

The southwest coast of the Island of Hawai‘i is defined here by its volcanic geology and immediate contact with the Pacific Ocean. This coastal stretch features several named kipukas—islands of older land or vegetation surrounded by more recent lava flows—including Kipukakaulanamauna, Kipukamālua, and Kipukakaupua‘a. These geological features tell the story of the island's layered growth over time. Coastal landmarks such as Kānewa‘a Point and Kaunā Point bookend this relatively unpopulated reach, where the shoreline is punctuated by small inlets like Manuka Bay. Other named locations such as Hanakeaumoe, ‘Āhuloa, and Kamoi reflect the traditional naming conventions of this volcanic landscape, providing a contemporary view of this remote section of the Kona coastline.