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Pukalani Hawaii Map

Explore Pukalani, 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 Pukalani, Hawaii

How to Use This Pukalani, Hawaii Map

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

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

Latitude	20.835029
Longitude	-156.342058
Population	8,299
Density	849.3 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	96768, 96788
Area Code	808
County Seat	Wailuku
School District	Hawaii Department of Education

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About Pukalani, Hawaii

Pukalani is a locality in Maui County, Hawaii, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,299. The population density is 849.3 people per km². Pukalani is located at 20.8350°N, 156.3421°W. It observes the Hawaii Standard Time — no DST (Pacific/Honolulu) timezone. ZIP codes: 96768, 96788.

Pukalani spreads across the mid-altitude slopes where the air carries a crisp, cool clarity that distinguishes it from the humid lowlands below. It lies 9.1 miles east-southeast of Kahului, HI (from Kahului, HI: bearing 111°T), and is situated 9.8 miles northeast of Kihei. Rising toward the grand volcanic presence of Haleakala, the land forms a high-altitude terrace defined by the steep, shadowed descent of Kaluapulani Gulch. Residents often look toward the horizon where the Pacific Ocean shimmers six miles away, a constant blue promise beyond the cooling trade winds. For those seeking quietude, the Waihou Spring Forest Reserve offers a verdant sanctuary just four miles away, while the nearby Waiohiwi Falls provides a rhythmic pulse to the rugged landscape. Even the stillness of the nearby Alelele remains a quiet, hidden feature of the broader, volcanic terrain. Pukalani defines its geography through this elevation, where the light at dusk turns the sky into a bruised violet that settles over the vast, open space.

Pukalani emerged from a landscape once dominated by the sweeping cycles of agriculture, reflecting the island's transition from vast sugarcane and pineapple fields to a more residential character. The local economy now pivots toward a variety of small-scale enterprises and service sectors that sustain the residents who live above the coastal bustle. Historical echoes of labor and land management still inform the modern spirit of the region, where the value of kuleana remains a guiding principle in daily work. Infrastructure and local commerce have evolved to serve a population that appreciates the balance between mountain life and access to the wider island resources. Even as the industries have shifted, the underlying connection to the soil and the legacy of agricultural stewardship persists in the way the land is organized and maintained. Pukalani continues to function as a vital transit point, connecting the upper reaches of the island to the centers of trade and activity below.

Cultural character in Pukalani manifests in the unpretentious gatherings at Pukalani Park, where families and neighbors congregate under the expansive Maui sky. The community maintains a distinct identity, one that honors the deep Polynesian voyaging history through a quiet, steady commitment to local traditions and shared spaces. While the region is not a hub for global celebrities, its spirit is shaped by the everyday resilience of its people and the influence of those who have contributed to the cultural tapestry of the islands. Notable landmarks remain understated, favoring functional beauty and communal utility over grandiosity or tourist-focused spectacle. Life moves with an observant, steady pace, punctuated by the occasional breeze that carries the scent of plumeria through the neighborhood streets. Pukalani preserves this sense of place through its focus on authentic interaction, ensuring that the local culture remains grounded in the realities of island life and the enduring strength of its people.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Pukalani Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 326° NW
Makawao Park Eddie Tam Center (Local Park) — 1.9 mi, 053° NE
Maui Gold Pineapple Plantation (Attraction) — 2.2 mi, 002° N
Maui Pineapple Tours (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 002° N
Hot Island Glass (Gallery) — 2.4 mi, 055° NE
Viewpoints Gallery (Gallery) — 2.4 mi, 055° NE
Julie Galeeva Fine Art (Gallery) — 2.4 mi, 057° NE
Ocean Vodka Organic Farm and Distillery (Attraction) — 2.5 mi, 225° SW
Makawao Forest Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 3.8 mi, 081° E
Kupa'a Farm (Attraction) — 4.9 mi, 187° S
Ko'olau Forest Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 6.0 mi, 069° E
Maui Releasing The Sun (Public Artwork) — 7.4 mi, 303° NW
Kanaha Beach Park (Local Recreation) — 7.6 mi, 307° NW
Haleakala National Park (National Park) — 7.6 mi, 125° SE · 34k acres
Peahi cliff lookout (Viewpoint) — 7.8 mi, 020° N
Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 8.6 mi, 243° SW
Maui Mall Megaplex Cinema (Cinema) — 8.8 mi, 296° NW
Captain George Vancouver Monument (Monument) — 8.8 mi, 239° SW
Unknown Park (Local Recreation) — 8.9 mi, 231° SW
Kaahumanu Six Plex (Cinema) — 9.3 mi, 293° NW
Haleakala Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 9.6 mi, 129° SE · 24k acres
Kahului Beach & Boat Ramp (State Recreation Area) — 9.7 mi, 297° NW
Iao Theater (Theatre) — 11.0 mi, 290° W
Hale Ho'ike'ike at the Bailey House Museum (Maui Historical Society) (Museum) — 11.2 mi, 288° W
Maui Community Theater (Theatre) — 11.2 mi, 291° W
Maui Ocean Center (Aquarium) — 11.3 mi, 255° W
Ke’anae Arboretum (Nature Reserve) — 12.5 mi, 084° E
Makena State Park (State Park) — 15.0 mi, 207° SW
Nāhiku Rubber Company (Historic Ruins) — 16.0 mi, 092° E
Kaho'olawe Island Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 19.2 mi, 218° SW

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