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Makaha (Oahu)

Makaha Surf Spot, United States

FQGG+JV Mākaha, HI, USA

Point breakA-frame peaks (lefts and rights)AdvancedNovember to February (winter swells)

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Where is Makaha?

Makaha is an A-frame point break near Mākaha in the United States. Best season: November to February (winter swells). Level: Advanced. GPS: 21.4765, -158.2228.

Makaha (Oahu) key facts
LocationMākaha, United States
Coordinates21.4765, -158.2228
Wave typePoint break
DirectionA-frame peaks (lefts and rights)
Wave qualityWorld-class
Best seasonNovember to February (winter swells)
TideAll tides; best on a pushing tide
ConsistencyVery consistent on swell
Skill levelAdvanced
CrowdsExperienced crowd — respect the lineup and locals
Property nearby1 for sale within 15 km, from $525,000

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About This Break

The West Side's storied big-wave point, home of waterman tradition from tandem surfing to giant walls. Makaha is an advanced-level A-frame point break near Oahu in United States, delivering world-class waves for experienced surfers and confident chargers. It is most consistent from November to February (winter swells). All tides; best on a pushing tide. Rocks and strong currents run around the point, so plan your entry and exit carefully. Make Makaha your home break: discover surf properties for sale near Oahu with International Surf Properties.

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Local Knowledge

Shallow reef, rocks, powerful currents, large cleanup sets, heavy winter surf and an experienced local lineup. The inside reef becomes particularly shallow on smaller days. On large NW swells Makaha can become a serious big-wave venue. Visitors should understand Makaha's enormous cultural importance, show humility, respect local surfers and follow proper lineup etiquette. Kooks will be told to leave the water.

Makaha (Oahu): Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Makaha?

Makaha is an A-frame point break near Mākaha in the United States. Its GPS coordinates are 21.4765, -158.2228.

When is the best time to surf Makaha?

The best season to surf Makaha is November to February (winter swells). Tide: all tides; best on a pushing tide. Consistency: very consistent on swell.

Is Makaha good for beginners?

No. Makaha is rated Advanced — an A-frame point break for experienced surfers only. Shallow reef, rocks, powerful currents, large cleanup sets, heavy winter surf and an experienced local lineup. The inside reef becomes particularly shallow on smaller days. On large NW swells Makaha can become a serious big-wave venue. Visitors should understand Makaha's enormous cultural importance, show humility, respect local surfers and follow proper lineup etiquette. Kooks will be told to leave the water.

Can you buy property near Makaha?

Yes. There is 1 property for sale within 15 km of Makaha on International Surf Properties, priced from $525,000. Each listing shows its distance to the break, and you contact the owner or listing agent directly.

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