Hapuna Beach (Kohala)
3.3(3)beach
beginner-intermediate
Hapuna Beach (Kohala) is a beach break in Waimea, HI. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents.
Longboard-friendly waves in Waimea
Waimea, Hawaii
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Waimea delivers the kind of mellow walls that make nine-footers purr. These 2 breaks offer long shoulders, patient sections, and enough face to cross-step without rushing.
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Long, peeling waves perfect for noseridingMellow takeoff zones with forgiving shouldersClassic surf spots with old-school vibesBest tide windows for logging sessions
Longboard-friendly breaks in Waimea
Break types, wave character, and ideal conditions for mellow log sessions.
Kekaha / Pakala (Infinities)
point
intermediate
Pakala, also known as Infinities, is a long left-hand point break on Kauaʻi's west side near Kekaha. On summer south swells the wave peels for hundreds of meters over a shallow coral reef, making it a dream for goofy-footers who can handle the long paddle and occasional strong currents. The vibe is mellow but respect the local surfers and watch for sea urchins in the channel.
Wave character
Sit deep at the top of the point to catch the sets and stay high on the wave face to connect the reforms all the way down the line.
Best conditions
Mid tide, light east winds, 3–6 ft south swell
Log in 15 seconds(optional)
Wave Quality7/10
Crowd4/10
Overall8/10
Logging once helps tune Waimea picks.
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Waimea
- Great longboard spots in Waimea include Hapuna Beach (Kohala). Look for peeling point breaks and gentle beach breaks with long shoulders.
- Ideal longboard waves have gentle shoulders, a mellow takeoff, and long walls to trim. The best spots feature point breaks or sandbars that create peeling waves.
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