Lahaina Harbor - Breakwall Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
Usually S to SW swells. The more rare, larger, winter swells from the North Pacific that get some energy in.
Wind
Calm or offshore from NNE to ESE, with NE straight offshore.
Surf Height
Chest high-2X overhead.
Tide
Mid.
Lahaina Harbor - Breakwall Surf Guide
On solid summer south swells, the northern end of the breakwater offers up long, grinding lefts that stand up and barrel. In the winter, north swells shoot the gap between Maui and Moloka'i and hit the southern end of the breakwater, forming a right-hander that is a mirror image of the left. As you can imagine, Lahaina Harbor is no secret -- it attracts a crowd, and often a talented one -- especially on small days. (Bigger swells should be left for more experienced surfers, as both the left and right are fast and break across shallow stretches of reef.)
Ability Level
All Abilities
All levels, but depends on size.
Local Vibe
Doable
Moderate vibe in the water. Humility and kindess appreciated.
Crowd Factor
Heavy
Very crowded on small to medium sized days, which it's in that range most of the time.
Spot Rating
Fun
Depending on swell, it can offer either a great left or right with a barrel and staying open.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Not too bad, but currents can be bad during solid swells.
Water Quality
Clean
OK most of the time, but harbor water is often suspect.
Hazards
Reef. Harbor water is always suspect.
Bring Your
Shortboard, Funboard, Longboard, Fish, Bodyboard
Access
Easy, right off the breakwall at the harbor.
Bottom
Reef.
Best Season
All year, but best in summer with swells from the S to SW. The more rare, larger wintertime WNW to NNE swells that can filter through the other islands and wrap in. Lots of shadowing by nearby islands.
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