Point Panic Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
Southwest.
Wind
Trades are offshore.
Surf Height
Waist high to overhead.
Tide
Works on a variety of tides.
Point Panic Surf Guide
Point Panic is the proving grounds for Hawai`i’s bodysurfers and the go-to spot for summer Town swells. It's also a bodysurfing-only spot.
Local Vibe
WelcomingIntimidating
Can be heavy.
Crowd Factor
MellowHeavy
Busy.
Spot Rating
PoorPerfect
A bodysurfing haven.
Shoulder Burn
LightExhausting
You will be swimming. A lot.
Water Quality
CleanDirty
Near the harbor but not too bad.
Hazards
Shallow reef. Crowds. Occasional sharks.
Access
Located across the channel from Kewalos.
Bottom
Reef.
Best Season
Summer.
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