Reef BreakIntermediate — Advancedwinter

Banyans

Kona Coast's best-known surf spot. Quality right reef break. Named for the banyan trees on shore. Works on NW swells wrapping around the island.

Right reef break

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

NW, W

Swell Size

3–8 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Intermediate — Advanced

Location

County

Big Island

Region

Kona

Coordinates

19.6255, -155.9855

NOAA Buoy

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