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1924 Map of Puna

Name: 1924 Topographic Map of Puna
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1924
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1924

About this map

Hawaii National Park and the rugged volcanic landscapes of the Puna District dominate this 1920s survey. The map details a period of transition as the Hawaii Consolidated Ry reached into the highlands near Glenwood, while agricultural expansion is evident in the numerous Kilauea Settlement Lots, Kauka Homesteads, and Kupahua Homesteads. The terrain is marked by intense volcanic activity, from the Makaopuhi Crater to the sprawling Lava Flow of 1840 and various Lava Trees formations.

Along the coast, ancient Hawaiian sites like Wahaula Heiau and Waiake Heiau stand near the Pacific Ocean, providing a glimpse into the indigenous cultural landscape. Inland, the Olaa Forest Reserve and Puna Forest Reserve provide a sharp contrast to the homesteads and the Ainahou Ranch. Traces of local community life are found at the Volcano School and the Kilauea Ranger Sta, documenting the early management of this iconic landscape.