Best surfing near Makawao

31 surf breaks · 31 ranked · updated 2026-06-28 · off-season

Explore the best surfing near Makawao, Hawaii — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 15 of 31 surf breaks · best 15 shown on the map
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Ka'anapali coast
#1 Ka'anapali coast
4.5 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Jaws
#2 Jaws
7.7 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Hookipa beach
#3 Hookipa beach
8.0 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Hookipa
#4 Hookipa
8.0 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Paia bay
#5 Paia bay
8.1 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Kanaha
#6 Kanaha
8.2 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Baldwin beach
#7 Baldwin beach
8.4 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Honomanu Bay
#8 Honomanu Bay
8.8 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Pier one
#9 Pier one
11.7 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Kihei Cove
#10 Kihei Cove
12.2 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Kahului Harbor
#11 Kahului Harbor
12.4 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Big Eds
#12 Big Eds
12.5 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Churches
#13 Churches
13.0 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Ma'alaea - Freight trains
#14 Ma'alaea - Freight trains
13.9 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid
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Big Beach
#15 Big Beach
16.9 mi away
Why 55: intrinsic quality
55Solid

Surfing near Makawao

The Makawao area has 31 surf breaks on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best surfing near Makawao

How are these surf breaks ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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