Puako Hawaii Map

About Puako, Hawaii

Puako is a locality in Hawaii County, Hawaii, United States. It is a small community with a population of 259. The population density is 36.4 people per km². Puako is located at 19.9674°N, 155.8481°W. It observes the Hawaii Standard Time — no DST (Pacific/Honolulu) timezone. ZIP code: 96743.

Puako unfolds along a stretch of Kohala Coast where the Pacific whispers secrets to ancient lava flows. It lies 52.3 miles west-north-west of Hilo, HI (from Hilo, HI: bearing 289°T), and is situated 2.7 miles north-north-west of Waikoloa Village. The air here carries a dry, sun-baked warmth, a constant caress that softens the sharp edges of the black rock and the muted greens of the sparse, resilient vegetation. Low-slung homes, many painted in shades of white and pastel, seem to melt into the landscape, their verandas open to the vast expanse of blue sky and the endless horizon. The scent of salt and the faint, sweet perfume of unseen blossoms mingle on the breeze, a subtle invitation to slow down, to breathe deeply, and to simply be. This is a place where the rhythms of the past still echo, though the modern world has found its footing. Puako’s history is tied to the land’s bounty; once a vital fishing village, its shores were a source of sustenance and trade for generations. Today, while fishing remains a cherished pursuit, the local economy leans towards the quiet hum of tourism, drawing visitors to its famed coves and the clear, inviting waters that teem with marine life. The legendary Puako Petroglyph Field, a vast outdoor gallery etched into the lava rock, stands as a silent testament to the artistry and spirit of those who walked this land long before, a powerful reminder of the enduring human presence.

About This Puako Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Puako, 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 Puako and Hawaii County.

Detailed location data for Puako includes the ZIP code (96743), telephone area code (808), county seat of Hawaii County (Hilo), 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 Puako is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.