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Big Beach

Makena’s Big Beach is a wide, punchy south-Maui beach break that produces powerful shorey peaks and heavy shorebreak when southwest groundswell builds. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Big Beach in Hawaii.

Break TypeBeach Break
Skill LevelAdvanced
LocationHawaii, US

Forecast

Good
  • Waves 3-4 ft
  • Period 12 s
  • Wind SE 5 kt

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The Wave

The break is known for its powerful waves and significant on-shore break, which can be brutal during large south swells.

The best conditions occur when a west-southwest swell combines with offshore winds from the northeast.

Big Beach's lineup can become crowded, especially during summer months when conditions are optimal.

Surfers should exercise caution and be aware of potential hazards such as rocks and sharks.

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