2017 Map of Pohue Bay

About this map

The massive Lava Flow of 1907 and earlier Lava Flow of 1887 dominate the volcanic landscape of south Hawai‘i, cutting across the arid slopes toward the Pacific Ocean. This survey reveals the structured residential grid of Hawaiian Ocean View, where dozens of named streets like Hukilau Dr and Coral Pkwy are laid out directly over the volcanic terrain. Along the coast, the Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail follows the shoreline, connecting points of interest such as Kukihihi and ‘Āwili Point. The geography is defined by kīpukas—islands of older vegetation surrounded by more recent flows—including Kīpuka Kamiloaina and Kīpuka Kanohina. At the water's edge, Pōhue Bay and Keliuli Bay provide coastal breaks near Pōhue Beach, while the Kanonone Waterhole serves as a rare landmark in this distinctive geological environment.