Synopses & Reviews
• Waterproof • Tear-Resistant • Travel MapNational Geographic's Hawaii AdventureMap is designed to meet the unique needs of adventure travelers with its durability and detailed, accurate information. The map includes the accurate locations of all cities and towns with a user-friendly index, plus a clearly marked road network complete with distances and designations for major highways, main roads, plus tracks and trails for those seeking to explore more remote parts of the Islands.
This map differs from a traditional road map because it includes hundreds of points of interest that highlight the diverse and unique recreational, ecological, cultural and historic destinations. Our adventure maps are the perfect companion to a guidebook, yet far easier to pack!
The Hawaii AdventureMap is printed in the United States on a durable synthetic paper, making it waterproof, tear-resistant and tough capable of withstanding the rigors of travel. The map is two-sided and can be folded to a packable size of (4.25 x 9.25 ); unfolded size is (26 x 38 ).
The front side of the map details the big island of Hawaii with plenty of detail to show the trail networks in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and Mauna Kea Forest Preserve. Popular sites throughout the island are clearly marked, such as beaches, scenic lookouts, campgrounds, golf courses and unique points-of-interest. A detailed road network shows the main loop Mamalahoa Highway, as well as secondary roads, and neighborhood. Historic lava flows are shown and dated, providing a perspective on the geologic history of the island. The reverse contains three separate inset maps for Ni'ihau and Kauai, Oahu, and Molokai, Lanai, and Maui. Like the front side of the map, each islands unique points of interest and detailed road network are clearly marked.
Key Features:
Waterproof and tear-resistant
Detailed topography with clearly labeled natural features
Hundreds of points of interest, including the location of protected sites, parks and nature reserves, protected lands, archeological sites, wildlife parks, beaches and more
Thousands of place names with a detailed index
Important travel aids including airports, lighthouses, ferry routes and trails
Latitude/Longitude grids along with a compass rose and scale bars for accurate navigation with compass or GPS
Net proceeds from the sale of this map go to support the nonprofit mission of the National Geographic Society.
Copyright 2012
Map Scale 1:220,000
NG Map #: 3111
- Sheet Size = 25.50 x 37.75
- Folded Size = 4.25 x 9.25
- Scale = 1:220,000
Synopsis
- Waterproof - Tear-Resistant - Travel MapA warm tropical climate, an abundance of white sand beaches and diverse natural scenery make the Hawaiian Islands a popular travel destination. Covering the eight main islands in their entirety, National Geographic's Hawai'i Adventure Map was designed with the functionality to serve the needs of adventure travelers. With hundreds of diverse natural and man-made destinations pinpointed, the map delivers unparalleled content, not readily available on traditional road maps. The state's highways and main road network is shown with mileage markers. Smaller roads and interisland ferry routes are also mapped to help you get off the beaten path. The location of cities and towns is listed in a user-friendly index.
The Islands' most popular hotspots, like Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park, the USS Arizona Memorial, Haleakala National Park, Pu'uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park, Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve and Waimea Canyon are all marked on the map, as are many hidden gems. Other recreational historical and cultural features include hiking trails, beaches, surfing areas, archeological sites, zoos, golf courses, caves, springs, campsites and scenic viewpoints. The boundaries of National Parks, Conservation Areas, Natural Reserves and Wildlife Refuges are all clearly marked. With such a wealth of content, the map is an ideal complement to National Geographic's Hawaii Traveler's Guide or any other guidebook to the area.
Every Adventure Map is printed on durable synthetic paper, making them waterproof, tear-resistant and tough -- capable of withstanding the rigors of international travel.
- Map Scale = 1:220,000
- Sheet Size = 25.5" x 37.75"
- Folded Size = 4.25" x 9.25"
About the Author
Founded in 1915 as the Cartographic Group, the first division of the National Geographic Society, National Geographic Maps has been responsible for illustrating the world around us through the art and science of mapmaking.Today, National Geographic Maps continues this mission by creating the world's best wall maps, recreation maps, atlases, and globes which inspire people to care about and explore their world. All proceeds from the sale of National Geographic maps go to support the Society's non-profit mission to increase global understanding and promote conservation of our planet through exploration, research, and education.