2024 Map of Mauna Kea

About this map

Mauna Kea dominates the summit landscape of the Island of Hawai‘i, surrounded by a dense cluster of cinder cones such as Pu‘uhoaka, Pu‘uuhau‘oki, and Pu‘uwekiu. The high-altitude terrain is marked by distinctive geological features, including the rare alpine Lake Waiau and the beginnings of major drainage systems like the Wailuku River and Waipāhoehoe Gulch. This 2024 survey documents the network of paths and modernization around the summit, notably the Mauna Kea Access Road Trl winding through areas like Pu‘ukalepeamoa. The map provides a detailed record of the traditional and contemporary names for the numerous pu‘u (hills) and gulches, reflecting both the spiritual and scientific significance of this unique volcanic environment.