Chun's Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
WNW to NNW
Wind
Calm or light to moderate E to S.
Surf Height
Chest high-3 feet overhead
Tide
Can handle all tides, but generally best between the peak low and peak high.
Chun's Surf Guide
In winter, when the North Shore of Oahu is at its finest, Chun's Reef, while hardly empty is a good place to check out for intermediate surfers who are not ready for the extreme spots. Chun's is located between Jocko's and Waimea Bay, and offers both a left and a right that break across an elbow of oftentimes shallow and sharp reef. The left can be a bit more shouldery and forgiving, since it spills into a relatively deeper section of water. The right can be a bit faster, though shorter, but it does get very shallow (and the current turbulent) on the inside. While the Chun's lineup might not be as intense as, say Rockies, there will be plenty of locals out ripping.
Local Vibe
Humility and respect a must.
Crowd Factor
Moderate
Spot Rating
Hollow and fast when it's on.
Shoulder Burn
Moderate overall. Current on the inside can be bad on the rights.
Water Quality
Intermittent run-off during period of heavy rain.
Hazards
Shallow reef, current on inside.
Access
Easy: Park along Kam Highway where authorized.
Bottom
Reef
Best Season
Winter
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