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Hawai River

Hawai River is the East Cape point break at Hawai, a rare but well-defined right-hander that only turns on when the north pulse and clean south-southeast wind line up. It is more of a seasonal score than a daily check, and the fast hollow barrels are part of what makes it memorable. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Hawai River in East Cape.

Break TypePoint Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationEast Cape, NZ
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North swell is the key trigger and south-southeast is the clean side.

Low tide is the practical window, and the real read is whether the point is hollowing while the rocks stay manageable.

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North swell is the key trigger and south-southeast is the clean side.

Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.

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