Banyans
Big Island · United States
Reef break, right-hander and left-handergood for intermediates and advanced surfers
Short powerful reef waves right off Alii Drive, crowded. Best wind — E.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Reef break, right-hander and left-hander |
|---|---|
| Good for | intermediates and advanced surfers |
| Beach faces | west |
| Working swell | from south — northwest |
| Coordinates | 19.6045, -155.976 |
FAQ
Is Banyans good for beginners?
Banyans is a spot for intermediates and advanced surfers. Beginners are better off at an easier spot nearby — see the list below; Plyuh’s forecast shows where it’s safe to learn today.
What’s the surf forecast for Banyans today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#big-island/banyans. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Big Island
- Hapuna Beach — Shore break, beginners and intermediates
- Kua Bay — Shore break, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Pine Trees (Kohanaiki) — surf spot, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Magic Sands — Shore break, intermediates
- Kahalu'u Bay — Reef break in a bay, beginners and intermediates