2013 Map of Papaikou OE N

About this map

Wailea and Hakalau occupy a thin strip of the Hamakua Coast on the Island of Hawai'i, where the volcanic slopes meet the vast Pacific Ocean. This coastal landscape is defined by its dramatic shoreline, including the prominent Lehuawehi Point and the sheltered waters of Wailea Bay and Pohakumanu Bay. The map provides a detailed view of the localized infrastructure in this portion of Hawai'i County, centered on the transit route of Wailea Rd. The inland geography is marked by the path of Kolekole Stream, which cuts through the terrain to the sea just south of the main settlement area. While much of the quadrangle covers the open ocean, the terrestrial portion highlights the specific settlement patterns and natural watercourses of this windward coast during the early 21st century.