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Lihue Hawaii Map

Explore Lihue, 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.

Interactive Map of Lihue, Hawaii

How to Use This Lihue, Hawaii Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Lihue, 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 Lihue.

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	Lihue
State	Hawaii (HI)
County	Kauai County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Hawaii Standard Time — no DST (Pacific/Honolulu)

Latitude	21.972582
Longitude	-159.355807
Population	8,004
Density	414.3 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	96766
Area Code	808
County Seat	Līhuʻe
School District	Hawaii Department of Education

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About Lihue, Hawaii

Lihue is a locality in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,004. The population density is 414.3 people per km². Lihue is located at 21.9726°N, 159.3558°W. It observes the Hawaii Standard Time — no DST (Pacific/Honolulu) timezone. ZIP code: 96766.

Lihue anchors the eastern landscape of Kauai, serving as a primary gateway where the steady trade winds carry the scent of salt and damp earth. It lies 8.8 miles south-southwest of Kapaa, HI (from Kapaa, HI: bearing 198°T), and is situated 5.7 miles south of Wailua Homesteads. The Nāwiliwili Stream carves a path through the lowlands, drawing life toward the Pacific Ocean which waits only a mile away. To the west, the Kālepa Ridge rises as a silent sentinel, its slopes providing a dark green backdrop that frames the horizon. Travelers may observe the serene surface of De Mello Reservoir nearby, a still contrast to the movement of the coastal air. The State Department of Land State Resource Management Area encompasses the immediate terrain, ensuring that the natural character of the land remains preserved against the encroachment of modern development.

Lihue emerged from the legacy of large-scale agriculture, once defined by the rhythmic labor of the sugarcane fields that shaped the local economy for generations. While the mills have long since quieted, the remnants of this industrious era remain visible in the layout of the streets and the enduring spirit of the workforce. Today, the economy of Lihue functions as the commercial center for the island, providing essential services and logistics that support the broader population. The transition from agrarian roots to a diversified service-oriented hub has allowed the people to maintain a distinct sense of kuleana, or responsibility, toward their home. Development continues to respect the topographical limits of the Niumalu Flat, balancing necessary expansion with the historical constraints of the geography.

Cultural character in Lihue thrives on a deep appreciation for the island’s heritage, where the influence of Polynesian voyaging history persists in the quiet conduct of daily life. Residents often gather to observe local traditions, finding community in the simple act of sharing space near the Kalepa Forest Reserve. Visitors drawn to the natural beauty of the region frequently seek out the cascading waters of Wailua Falls, which offer a glimpse into the raw power of the interior landscape. While the pace of life remains deliberate, the influence of figures such as the late musician Israel Kamakawiwoʻole, whose legacy resonates through the hearts of those who call the islands home, continues to shape the local identity. Lihue stands as a testament to the endurance of its people, blending the demands of a modern port town with the profound stillness of the Pacific Ocean.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Kalena Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 260° W
Lihue Park (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 284° W
Jack Harter Helicopters (Attraction) — 0.6 mi, 333° NW
Statue of Dr. Jose Rizal y Mercado (Monument) — 0.7 mi, 280° W
Kauai Museum (Museum) — 0.8 mi, 282° W
Grove Farm Homestead Plantation Museum (Museum) — 0.9 mi, 241° SW
Nawiliwili Beach Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 167° S
Kapaia Suspension Bridge (Attraction) — 1.4 mi, 336° NW
Koibori Display (Attraction) — 1.4 mi, 336° NW
Huleia National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 1.7 mi, 212° SW · 480 acres
Menehune Fishpond (Viewpoint) — 1.8 mi, 207° SW
Kalepa Mountain Forest Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 1.9 mi, 358° N
Lydgate State Park (State Park) — 3.4 mi, 018° N
Water Jump Zipline (Attraction) — 3.6 mi, 232° SW
Wailua River State Park (State Park) — 3.8 mi, 345° N
Waipouli Beach Park (State Recreation Area) — 5.6 mi, 016° N
Lihu'e-koloa Forest Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 6.7 mi, 312° NW
Afeinberg Photography (Gallery) — 8.6 mi, 219° SW
Lilo & Stitch (Public Artwork) — 15.5 mi, 254° W
Hanalei National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 16.5 mi, 336° NW · 1,838 acres
Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 17.3 mi, 354° N
Afeinberg Gallery + Fafo Jewelry (Gallery) — 18.3 mi, 330° NW
Waioli Mission House Museum (Museum) — 18.3 mi, 329° NW
Captain James Cook, R.N. (Monument) — 20.0 mi, 267° W
Heiau (Historic Ruins) — 22.5 mi, 319° NW
Screen (Cinema) — 26.3 mi, 274° W
Merchant Marine (Monument) — 27.6 mi, 279° W

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