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Surf spot guide · North Shore Oahu, United States
Fast, barreling rights and lefts over shallow rocky reef between Ehukai and Pupukea.
Located between Ehukai and Pupukea, Rock Piles delivers fast, barreling rights and lefts over a shallow, rocky reef. Best during solid winter swells and attracts advanced surfers seeking heavy, powerful waves. Crowds can be significant with strong currents and a tight takeoff zone. Hazards include sharp reef, submerged rocks, and hold-down risks.
Fast barrels over reef so shallow the rocks dictate every turn.
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October, March
Crowds are heavy during winter swells, especially weekends and contest days. Early mornings offer slightly less congestion.
Intense and competitive
North Shore Oahu
Heavy, shifting right-hand reef peaks that break over shallow lava reef on the North Shore.
North Shore Oahu
Super hollow North Shore reef break beside Pipeline with fast rights and heavy crowds.
North Shore Oahu
Waimea Bay is Hawaii’s iconic big wave surf spot famous for massive winter swells and challenging conditions.
+9 MORE →Arrive early to avoid crowds, Wear booties for extra reef protection, Watch for heavy sets on the inside, Respect the tight takeoff zone
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