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2017 Map of Pahoa North

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Pahoa North
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Lava Flow of 1840 cuts across the Puna District landscape, a stark reminder of the volcanic activity that has shaped the Island of Hawaiʻi. This coastal region reveals a distinct modern development pattern, characterized by the expansive residential grids of Hawaiian Paradise Park and Hawaiian Beaches. These subdivisions, established across the gently sloping terrain of the northeast coast, represent a significant era of suburban growth in Hawaii County.

Along the rocky shoreline of the Pacific Ocean, prominent landmarks like Kaloli Point and Mokuopihi Point define the coast. The map also captures the inland communities of Ainaloa and Nanawale Estates, situated just north of the village of Pāhoa. These planned neighborhoods illustrate the 21st-century residential footprint of the area, while features like Keauhou Bay and Opihi Rock anchor the local geography to its Pacific setting.