Hanalei Bay
Kauai · United States
Reef point and beach break in a baygood for all levels — from beginner to advancedboard rental nearby
The outer Hanalei Point reef is a powerful right for the experienced; by the pier inside the bay — soft lesson waves. Best wind — S/SE.
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 point and beach break in a bay |
|---|---|
| Good for | all levels — from beginner to advanced |
| Beach faces | north |
| Working swell | from northwest — northeast |
| Coordinates | 22.213, -159.499 |
FAQ
Is Hanalei Bay good for beginners?
Yes, Hanalei Bay works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Hanalei Bay 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/#kauai/hanalei-bay. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Kauai
- Tunnels (Makua) — Reef break, advanced surfers
- Kalihiwai — Reef point, right-hander, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Kealia Beach — Beach break, beginners and intermediates
- Wailua — Beach break at a river mouth, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Kalapaki Bay — Beach break in a bay, beginners and intermediates