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A long, curving Waikiki reef that peels a mellow right into the bay-crowded but reliable on solid south-southeast groundswell. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Populars in Hawaii.

Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelAll levels
LocationHawaii, US
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The Wave

The peak sits offshore of central Waikiki and holds a long, peelable right - expect heavy crowds and a close reef bottom with occasional rocks.

Works best on S-SSE groundswells with light winds from the north and low-to-mid tides.

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The peak sits offshore of central Waikiki and holds a long, peelable right - expect heavy crowds and a close reef bottom with occasional rocks.

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

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