Explore Lahaina, Hawaii, with this interactive street and satellite map.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Lahaina, Hawaii. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Hawaii or beyond.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Lahaina.
Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.
Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.
| City | Lahaina |
| State | Hawaii (HI) |
| County | Maui County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Hawaii Standard Time — no DST (Pacific/Honolulu) |
| Latitude | 20.886048 |
| Longitude | -156.666195 |
| Population | 12,702 |
| Density | 630.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 96761, 96767 |
| Area Code | 808 |
| County Seat | Wailuku |
| School District | Hawaii Department of Education |
Lahaina serves as a poignant intersection of island geography, where the expansive Pacific Ocean meets the leeward shores in a dance of salt spray and golden sunlight. It lies 11.4 miles west of Wailuku, HI (from Wailuku, HI: bearing 265°T), and is situated 7.1 miles south of Napili-Honokowai. The landscape around Lahaina rises from the tide toward the distant, rugged silhouette of the Luakoʻi Ridge, which anchors the horizon with its imposing, shadowed presence. Inland, the terrain holds the quiet secrets of Hāhākea Gulch, a basin that traces the ancient contours of the earth, while the waters of Kahoma Stream flow steadily toward the coast. Visitors often find themselves at James Campbell Park, a space where the greenery softens the hard edges of volcanic rock, offering a place of quiet reflection under the vast, shifting sky.
History defines Lahaina, having served as a vital center of governance and commerce long before the modern era. Early Polynesian voyagers recognized the natural advantages of the harbor, establishing a settlement that would eventually become a royal residence and a bustling hub for the maritime industry. The memory of sugarcane and pineapple fields still lingers in the soil, a reminder of the agricultural shifts that shaped the labor and social structure of the region. Through the changing tides of political influence and global trade, Lahaina maintained a distinct identity, preserving the echoes of its founding as a place where the kuleana of the land remained a central, guiding principle for its residents.
Economic life in Lahaina has traditionally pivoted toward the sea and the fertile plains that once supported vast plantations, though today the focus has shifted toward a service-oriented infrastructure that supports a steady influx of travelers. While the local economy draws strength from hospitality and retail, the essential services rely on a network of roads and utilities that sustain daily life between the coast and the inland slopes. Educational needs are met by schools that serve the local families, fostering a sense of continuity across generations. Though no major universities occupy the immediate vicinity, the practical knowledge required to manage the delicate balance of the local ecosystem remains a vital, ongoing pursuit for those who call Lahaina their home.
Cultural life in Lahaina finds its expression in the vibrant traditions that honor the connection between the people and the Pacific Ocean. Annual festivals often highlight the community's heritage, featuring music and performances that celebrate the unique character of the islands. The town is marked by historic sites that offer a glimpse into the past, standing in quiet contrast to the modern pursuits of those who enjoy the nearby beaches. While specific professional sports teams do not claim this ground, the spirit of competition and recreation remains alive in the everyday activities of the residents. Famous individuals with ties to the region are often those who have contributed to the preservation of its language, arts, and environmental stewardship, ensuring that the legacy of Lahaina endures for those who follow.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lahaina, Hawaii. Coordinates: 20.886048, -156.666195. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Lahaina includes the ZIP code (96761, 96767), telephone area code (808), county seat of Maui County (Wailuku), and school district assignment (Hawaii Department of Education).
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |