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1974 Map of Maui

Name: 1974 Topographic Map of Maui
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

Wailuku and Kahului serve as the central hub for the islands on this 1974 survey, which documents the mid-century geography of Maui, Molokai, Lanai, and Kahoolawe. The landscape is defined by vast protected areas, including Haleakala National Park and numerous forest reserves like Molokai Forest Reserve and West Maui Forest Reserve. Coastal landmarks such as the Molokai Lighthouse and Wainapanapa Cave highlight the intersection of navigational history and natural features.

The map details the transition of the islands' economy and settlement patterns, from the coastal port of Lahaina to the pineapple-growing interior around Lanai City. Smaller communities like Kalaupapa on the isolated northern coast of Molokai and Hana on the eastern tip of Maui illustrate the varied accessibility of the terrain during this era. Channels such as the Pailolo Channel and Auau Channel emphasize the maritime connections between these island communities.