Explore Laie, 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 Laie, 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 Laie.
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 | Laie |
| State | Hawaii (HI) |
| County | Honolulu County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Hawaii Standard Time — no DST (Pacific/Honolulu) |
| Latitude | 21.6442 |
| Longitude | -157.9279 |
| Population | 5,963 |
| Density | 1719.4 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 96762 |
| Area Code | 808 |
| County Seat | Honolulu |
| School District | Hawaii Department of Education |
Laie occupies a distinct stretch of coastline where the rhythmic pulse of the Pacific Ocean defines the daily horizon. It lies 11.2 miles north of Mililani Mauka, HI (from Mililani Mauka, HI: bearing 6°T), and is situated 8.6 miles east of Pupukea. The landscape transitions from the salt-sprayed shores toward the lush, verdant interior, where the waters of Kahawainui Stream wind through the terrain. To the west, the distant silhouette of the Koolau Range offers a majestic backdrop to the low-lying plains of Ihiihi Gulch. Within the immediate vicinity, the small island of Kukuihoʻolua rests just offshore, serving as a quiet sentinel amidst the tides. Further inland, the dense greenery of the Kahuku Forest Reserve invites a cooler, mist-laden atmosphere that contrasts with the warmth of the coastal sun. Those who wander near the State Department of Land State Resource Management Area often find the land holds a deep, resonant stillness that feels entirely its own.
History in Laie reflects a profound commitment to education and cultural preservation that has shaped its modern economic identity. While the region once relied upon the labor of expansive sugar plantations, the current local economy is primarily anchored by institutions of learning and tourism. The presence of Brigham Young University–Hawaii serves as a vital engine for the neighborhood, fostering a diverse population of students from across the Pacific. Agriculture remains a quiet presence, with small-scale taro lo'i maintaining a connection to ancestral methods of land stewardship. Commerce here is modest and functional, favoring a pace that prioritizes long-term stability over rapid industrial expansion. This economic framework ensures that Laie maintains its character, balancing the needs of its residents with a steady, deliberate approach to growth.
Cultural life in Laie is defined by a pervasive sense of hospitality and a shared dedication to the traditions of the Polynesian people. The Polynesian Cultural Center stands as a significant landmark, drawing visitors who seek to engage with the histories and artistic expressions of island cultures. For those seeking natural beauty, the Sacred Falls provides a stunning destination, accessible to those who traverse the Sacred Falls Trail. The nearby Wai‘āpuka lake adds a serene note to the landscape, offering a place of quiet reflection away from the busier coastal paths. Notable individuals such as the legendary musician Israel Kamakawiwoʻole have left an indelible mark on the cultural consciousness of the entire region. Laie remains a place where the air is frequently scented with plumeria, and the evening light settles over the water with a soft, enduring glow.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Laie, Hawaii. Coordinates: 21.6442, -157.9279. 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 Laie includes the ZIP code (96762), telephone area code (808), county seat of Honolulu County (Honolulu), 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. |