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Ka'ena Point

Remote big wave spot at Oahu's westernmost point. Only accessible by long hike or boat. Massive NW swells create enormous waves. Expert-only, rarely surfed.

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

N, NW

Swell Size

8–25 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Expert

Location

County

Oahu

Region

West Side

Coordinates

21.5755, -158.2535

NOAA Buoy

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