1962 Map of Papa

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Frozen lava flows dominate this South Kona landscape, recording the volcanic activity that reshaped the island throughout the early 20th century. The Hoopuloa Lava Flow of 1926 and the Alika Lava Flow of 1919 cut wide paths across the terrain, illustrating the constant geological evolution of the region. Despite these flows, early 20th-century industry is evident at the Ohia Mill and Koa Mill, which point to the timber harvesting that occurred within the South Kona Forest Reserve. Small settlements and homesteads like Papa Homesteads and Honomalino Camp are scattered along the slopes, connected by a network of jeep trails. Notable landmarks include the Hoopuloa Church Monument, a quiet reminder of the community's history, and the secluded One Hundred Acre Waterhole. Further south, the landscape transitions into the Kapua-Manuka Forest Reserve and the high point of Puu Ohohia, where the Lava Flow of 1907 left its mark.