Ranches
A north-shore Oahu reef that lights up on long NW groundswells with hollow lefts and rights breaking over shallow coral. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Ranches in Hawaii.
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The Wave
Ranches cleans up for long-period NW groundswells with ENE offshore (≈60°) and tends to work best around mid-tide.
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Lineup Guide
The lineup is reef-sharp and can be spiky - watch for urchins, exposed rock shelves and occasional shark sightings that make slips costly.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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