Pine Trees (Kohanaiki) Current Conditions Summary

Pine Trees (Kohanaiki) in Kailua-Kona, HI is a reef break, suited for intermediate surfers. Current conditions: 1.5 ft waves, sw 3–9 mph (cross-shore), rising → high. Rising tide with 1.5 ft swell energy. Pine Trees, officially Kohanaiki Beach Park, is a popular surf zone north of Kailua-Kona where a series of peaks break over reef and lava rock. Position yourself at the peak that matches your skill level; the main peak offers long rights while other sections produce peaky lefts and rights. Forecasts are updated every 3 hours using ML-corrected NOAA models with live buoy data from CDIP, NDBC, and IOOS stations.

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Optimal Surf Conditions for Pine Trees (Kohanaiki)

Surf conditions at Pine Trees (Kohanaiki), Kailua-Kona, HI
Best Wind

NE–SE

Best Swell

ESE–N

Preferred Tide

0.5–2.5 ft, rising

Best Months

January, February, March, October, November, and December

Mid tide, light east winds, 3–6 ft west-northwest swell

Wave Tips

Position yourself at the peak that matches your skill level; the main peak offers long rights while other sections produce peaky lefts and rights.

Crowd Tips

Local families frequent this beach; be courteous and give space to keiki (kids) learning to surf.

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