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1956 Map of Puu Hinai

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Puu Hinai
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1957
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

The volcanic coastline of Lalamilo and Lahuipuaa dominates this mid-century survey of the Big Island's western shore. Along the edge of Kawaihae Bay, the map documents a series of traditional coastal features, including the Manoku Fishpond, Keanapou Fishpond, and Hopeaia Fishpond. This era represents a period before major resort development, where the landscape is defined by vast volcanic fields such as the Kaniku Lava Flow and the prominent Lava Flow of 1859, which reaches the sea south of Waima Point.

Moving inland toward the South Kohala District boundary, the terrain rises toward the volcanic cinder cone of Puu Hinai. The map illustrates the sparse infrastructure of the time, marked by a network of jeep trails and foot trails crossing rugged gulches like Auwaiakeakua Gulch and Popoo Gulch. Notable coastal landmarks such as the Papakonani Boat Landing and Hapuna Beach State Park offer glimpses into the early recreational and maritime use of the Kohala coast.