Kaneohe Hawaii Map

About Kaneohe, Hawaii

Kaneohe is a locality in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States. It has a population of 37,355. The population density is 2121.3 people per km². Kaneohe is located at 21.4029°N, 157.7996°W. It observes the Hawaii Standard Time — no DST (Pacific/Honolulu) timezone. ZIP code: 96744.

Kaneohe unfolds as a verdant embrace, cradled by the majestic Koolau Mountains whose dramatic cliffs, etched by millennia of rain and wind, rise like sleeping giants guarding the land. It lies 3.9 miles west of Kailua, HI (from Kailua, HI: bearing 271°T), and is situated 7.6 miles north-north-east of Honolulu. The air here, perpetually soft and carrying the sweet, earthy scent of plumeria and damp soil, often hangs with a gentle mist that lends a dreamlike quality to the landscape. Lush valleys, carved by ancient streams, descend towards Kāneʻohe Bay, a vast, turquoise expanse dotted with verdant islets and fringed by the shimmering coral reefs that whisper tales of the ocean's bounty. Sunlight, when it pierces the clouds, paints the emerald slopes in a thousand shades of green, a vibrant testament to the island's fertile heart, while the steady, rhythmic sigh of the trade winds provides a constant, soothing soundtrack to this Hawaiian haven. This land, long a place of refuge and sustenance for the Kanaka Maoli, was historically a vital agricultural center, renowned for its taro patches and rice fields that once carpeted these fertile plains, fed by the abundant mountain waters. The presence of the U.S. Marine Corps Base Hawaii has profoundly shaped modern Kaneohe, bringing a distinct military character to the community while also fostering a diverse population. Kāneʻohe Bay itself, a breathtaking natural harbor, remains a focal point, its waters inviting exploration by kayak or boat, its protected depths a sanctuary for marine life and a playground for those who cherish the ocean's embrace. The legacy of generations is palpable, from the ancient fishponds that still dot the coastline, a nod to ingenious ancestral practices, to the vibrant, contemporary spirit of a community that honors its past while looking toward a bright future.

About This Kaneohe Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Kaneohe, 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 Kaneohe and Honolulu County.

Detailed location data for Kaneohe includes the ZIP code (96744), telephone area code (808), county seat of Honolulu County (Honolulu), 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 Kaneohe is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.