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Hanalei Bay (Kauai) Surf Report
3.3
(3 reviews)·advanced
·point·Hanalei, HILoading beach details...
Rising tide with 3.8 ft swell energy.
Hanalei Bay (Kauai) is a point break in Hanalei, HI suited for advanced surfers. It picks up swells from NW to NNE (315°-30°). Best surfed at 0.5-2.5ft. Hazards include strong currents, competitive lineup. Expect moderate crowds. Offshore winds come from SE (135°). Hanalei Bay (Kauai) offers scenic North Shore point break rated 7/10. Main break is long right point on eastern side of crescent bay breaking up to 300 yards over lava reef. Receives north to north-northeast swells
Respect the local community and the lineup—keep noise down on the beach and don’t mob the takeoff zone. Only paddle out if you can handle powerful surf.
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