Sunabe Seawall Surf Guide

Surf spot guide

Ideal Surf Conditions

Swell Direction

S, SW

Wind

N or NE.

Surf Height

Chest high-well overhead+

Tide

Mid to higher incoming tide.

Sunabe Seawall Surf Guide

The Sunabe Seawall area is the epicenter of Okinawan surfing, with a variety of quality reefbreaks that work on typhoon swells. Good lefts and good rights, depending on the swell direction and local winds. The reef here resembles the area fronting Ala Moana Park in Hawaii, with good, distinct peaks separated by narrow channels, and a group of surfers at each peak.

Local Vibe

WelcomingIntimidating

Mix of several peaks on the reef, so the crowd is spread out.

Crowd Factor

MellowHeavy

Weekends and holiday periods when there is swell can get packed, weekdays aren't too bad.

Spot Rating

PoorPerfect

Depends on local winds and swell.

Shoulder Burn

LightExhausting

Close to shore but some current to deal with.

Water Quality

CleanDirty

Depends on rains.

Hazards

Hitting the coral.

Access

Difficult parking - find a space, then walk to the seawall and jump off the rocks.

Bottom

Coral reef.

Best Season

Typhoon season, July to November.

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