2017 Map of Puu Kahakahakea

About this map

Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail traces the shoreline of the Pacific Ocean in this coastal survey of the southern Big Island. The landscape is defined by the massive Lava Flow of 1887, which stretches across the northeastern corner of the map toward the sea. This geological feature illustrates the recent volcanic activity that continues to shape the region. The map captures several traditional landmarks along the coast, including Puu Kahakahakea, Kahakahakea, and Kaimu'uala. Most of the area remains undeveloped, with the terrain dominated by these recent lava fields and the rocky coastline. The proximity of the historic trail to the 19th-century flow highlights the intersection of ancient pathways and the island's evolving geology.