Kalaheo Hawaii Map

About Kalaheo, Hawaii

Kalaheo is a locality in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,435. The population density is 508.9 people per km². Kalaheo is located at 21.9256°N, 159.5272°W. It observes the Hawaii Standard Time — no DST (Pacific/Honolulu) timezone. ZIP code: 96741.

Kalaheo rests on the southwestern slopes of Kauai, a place where the land exhales a persistent, gentle warmth. It lies 102.6 miles west-north-west of Mililani Town, HI (from Mililani Town, HI: bearing 289°T), and is situated 9.1 miles west-south-west of Puhi. The terrain here is a study in soft contours, rolling hills draped in a verdant cloak of sugarcane and mango groves, the air thick with the sweet, earthy perfume of ripening fruit. Towering eucalyptus trees, their bark peeling like ancient scrolls, stand sentinel along the winding roads, their leaves whispering secrets to the trade winds that sweep in from the vast Pacific. Sunlight, filtered through a perpetual haze, casts a diffused, buttery glow over the landscape, softening sharp edges and lending a dreamlike quality to the afternoon. Small, tidy homes, painted in cheerful hues, dot the hillsides, their lanais open to the balmy air, a quiet testament to a life lived in close communion with the elements. The history of Kalaheo is deeply entwined with the sugar plantations that once dominated this landscape, their legacy still visible in the remnants of old irrigation ditches and the enduring spirit of agricultural endeavor. Today, while the scale has shifted, the land continues to yield its bounty, supporting small farms and local markets where the island's vibrant produce can be found. This community, while not large, possesses a distinct character, a blend of long-time kama'aina families and newer residents drawn to its laid-back pace and striking natural beauty. The nearby Makauwahi Cave Reserve, a significant archaeological site, offers a glimpse into Kauai's ancient past, while the occasional flash of a rainbow arching over the emerald valleys serves as a constant, fleeting reminder of the island's enduring magic.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Kalaheo, Hawaii with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Kalaheo and Kauai County.

Detailed location data for Kalaheo includes the ZIP code (96741), telephone area code (808), county seat of Kauai County (Līhuʻe), and school district assignment (Hawaii Department of Education). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Kalaheo is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.