Surf spot

Waipio Valley

Forecast conditions and map view for Waipio Valley in USA, Hawaii, Hawaii Island. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: USA, Hawaii, Hawaii Island
Coordinates: 20.1201, -155.5901

Metric
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Wave height (m)	1.4	1.4	1.4	1.3	1.3	1.3	1.3	1.3	1.3	1.2	1.1	0.9	0.9	0.9	1.2	1.2	1.2	1.2	1.2	1.2	1.1	1.1	1	1	1	1	0.9	0.9	0.9	0.9	0.8	0.8	0.8	0.8	0.7	0.7	0.8	0.8	0.8	0.9	0.9	1	0.9	1	1.1	1.2	1.3	1.4	1.5	1.5	1.6	1.6	1.6	1.6	1.7	1.8
Wave direction	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	NE	ENE	NNE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NNE	NNE	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E	E
Wave period (s)	7.2	7.2	7	7	7	7	6.9	6.9	6.9	6.9	7	6.8	6.8	6.7	6.8	6.8	6.8	6.7	6.7	6.7	6.6	6.6	6.5	6.3	6.2	6	6	6	6	5.9	5.9	5.8	5.8	5.9	6	6.7	6.9	7	7.2	6.7	7	7.2	7.1	7.8	7.7	7.5	7.3	7.2	7.3	7.3	7.3	7.4	7.6	7.5	7.5	7.2
Wave energy (kJ)	209	195	184	176	166	158	156	151	151	146	126	83	83	76	129	129	131	129	125	121	113	102	91	87	79	72	62	64	60	54	49	46	44	40	35	46	55	59	72	73	87	96	89	118	133	155	178	203	224	253	273	287	303	303	310	321
Wind speed (km/h)	11.3	11.2	11.2	15.6	16.3	12.4	12.1	11.8	9.6	8.4	9.1	12.8	12.1	11.3	11.2	10.1	9.8	9	11.4	12.5	14	13.3	12	9.7	6	6.2	8.4	13.3	14.5	13.1	10	10.6	10	10.2	13.4	14.8	13.7	12.6	14.7	15.5	11	12.9	20.9	27.6	25.2	23.8	19.3	18.2	18.1	17.3	23.3	28.8	28.3	23.5	18.3	14.9
Wind direction	ECross	ECross	ECross	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross	ENECross	ENECross	ENECross	ECross	ECross	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross	ECross	ECross	ECross	ECross	ENECross-on	NECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross	ECross	ESECross-off	ECross-off	ECross	NECross-on	NECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross	ENECross	ENECross	ECross	ENECross-on	NECross-on	NECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	NECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross	ENECross-on	ENECross	ENECross-on	ENECross-on	NECross-on	ENECross-on	ENECross	ENECross

Waipio Valley, Hawaii Island, Hawaii, USA is one of the most dramatic and scenic surf locations on the Big Island. Set beneath steep green cliffs and a lush valley backdrop, it offers a remote, powerful surf experience in a truly striking natural setting.

Surf characteristics

Wave type: Beach break / reef-influenced surf
Power: Can be heavy and powerful, especially when swell lines up
Best conditions: Typically works best with the right swell direction and lighter winds
Wave quality: Can be excellent, but conditions are highly variable and location-dependent

What to expect

A remote, hard-to-reach beach with a wild, untouched feel
Strong currents and surf that can be challenging, making it more suitable for experienced surfers
Changing conditions depending on tide, swell, and seasonal weather
A spot surrounded by lush scenery, waterfalls, and steep valley walls

Considerations

Access can be difficult; the road into Waipio Valley has historically been restricted or limited, and conditions may change
Surfing here often requires local knowledge and careful attention to safety
Hazards may include shorebreak, currents, rocks, and variable reef features

Overall

Waipio Valley is less about a casual session and more about a raw, memorable, and adventurous surf destination. If you’re looking for a beautiful, rugged surf environment with power and isolation, it stands out as one of Hawaii Island’s most iconic spots.