Surf Kauaʻi
Untamed coastline, lush cliffs, and raw Hawaiian surf power.
Hanalei Bay
Tunnels
Wild Beauty
North Shore Power
25+
Surf Spots
270+
Sunny Days/Year
Winter–Spring
Peak Season
3–15ft
Wave Height
Why Kauaʻi?
The Garden Isle serves up powerful surf in postcard-perfect surroundings.
- Hanalei Bay — scenic, powerful, and world-class
- Tunnels offers reefy, barreling setups
- Laid-back surf town vibes with fewer crowds
- Surf meets spiritual solitude on this lush island
Travel Information
Getting There
- • Fly into Līhuʻe Airport (LIH)
- • Drive north to Hanalei or south for Poʻipū
- • 4WD is helpful if exploring off-the-beaten-track breaks
Best Time to Visit
- • Winter for powerful north swells
- • Spring and Fall for clean, surfable windows
- • Summer for mellow beach breaks on southern coast
Local Tips
- • Respect sacred land and local traditions
- • Reef booties recommended at many breaks
- • Weather changes quickly — check daily forecasts