Pua’ena Point
Surf Guide
North towards the outermost corner of Haleiwa Harbor lies a wave suitable for tow-teams all the way down to keikis (grommets). When the surf is small, the inside will be cluttered with tourists on longboards going for their maiden North Shore surfs. And when the entire North Shore is stormy and maxing, the protected innards of the point provide a respite from all the outer reef mayhem, still dishing up plenty of quality, rideable surf. But when a clean, long-period north swell pushes through, that's when Pua'ena really comes to life. Big walls will steamroll off the outer tip of the point towards the harbor channel, making it a regular footers' dream come true.
Ability Level
All Abilities
Beginner to pro, depending on size
Local Vibe
Doable
Respect is vital
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Light when it's big, heavy when it's small
Spot Rating
Fun
6
Shoulder Burn
Medium
5
Water Quality
Clean
3. Proximity to Haleiwa Harbor makes pollution a common hazard
Ideal Surf Conditions
Swell Direction
North, North-West
Wind
Calm, light East to South-East
Surf Height
Overhead+
Tide
Incoming, medium tide