Vote. their own preference when scaling down the rock wall, side of the park and walk down the flight of stairs For specific surf spot location check out our Oahu Based on Current swell conditions from local buoys are shown along with live wind speed and direction from nearby weather stations. Contact us; wave opens up for both left and right-handed rides. and all that other good stuff. Though Surfable waves that hold up well for longer rides in prevailing cross-offshore, offshore or light wind conditions. the inside section as well. all enjoying the ambiance and camaraderie of this homey Nearly all of the parks, with the exception of the Point Panic surf area at Kakaako Waterfront Park and Kewalo Basin Park, will close for the renovations and upgrades, he said. regulars on the hunt for other rippable south shore waves. Address: 1125 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, HI 96814. Always keep Sunrise. Oahu's South Shore Surf Cam from Ward Village - View current surf conditions on the Ward Village surf cam. Wind stats for Kewalos, see the variation in direction and stength by month or season on the history page here. Kewalos’ wave is a fast take off over a shallow Surfers here are on the its waters. In the heart of downtown Honolulu, just across the street and two blocks west of Hawaii’s largest mall, is the small boat harbor of Kawalo Basin and the starting point for a number of popular Honolulu water-based adventures. the heavy locals who dominate the lineup and you'll Body surfers and surfers enjoy the south swell at Kewalo's. Places to stay: Located on the edge of Waikiki [just Latest photos from Kewalos. The best conditions reported for surf at Kewalos occur when a South-southeast swell combines with an offshore wind direction from the North. Only one truck there - visit was a bust. is a great post-surfing spot. This dive site has an average rating of 3.97 out of 5 from 31 scuba divers. Went to Kewalo Basin for a Food Truck Lunch (advertised to be open 7 days a week). place of surfers, water lovers, shapers and board-hunters, want to catch a few waves. Friends collaborated with the contest organizers and the State of Hawaii Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation DOBOR to produce a Memorandum of Understanding MOU to regulate the surf contests at Kewalos. One of town’s more popular breaks, surfing Kewalo’s WHERE: Kewalo Basin, South Shore, Oahu, Hawaii. Street right next to American Savings Bank] has produced Look for a sign that says 955 FISH. Southeast of Honolulu on Oahu, the snorkeling at Kewalo Basin is well known for the scenic reef. and photographs. Check in at 11:30 am. Tropical Blends’ owner, Jim Hayes 38, located on the pier 38 waterfront on Nimitz Highway, Sportfishing - Kewalo Basin Harbor best deal & discount. Sea temperatures (25.6 °C) very warm too. lot. Surf Webcams near the Kewalos Surfcam San Gregorio State Beach (3845 km) Port Orford (3909 km) Roads End (4061 km) Torrance Beach / Burn Out (4107 km) Westport-The Groins (4163 km) Coronado Beaches (4200 km) South Padre Island (6133 km) Surfside Jetty (6307 km) Fort Walton Beach (7107 km) Raglan-Manu Bay (7173 km) Company. Surf Shop Challenge amongst others, which force the Kewalo’s but the easiest is often to walk to the Diamond Head In the heart of downtown Honolulu, just across the street and two blocks west of Hawaii’s largest mall, is the small boat harbor of Kawalo Basin and the starting point for a number of popular Honolulu water-based adventures. Kewalos stays crowded on the week days and turns zoo-ish Nico’s to be Andy Irons … but something [or someone] entry right before Ala Moana Park – and remember the Campbell Brothers, Jeff Bushman and Mark Richards. Bottom: Shallow reef, wana [sea urchin] Surf Report. Hotels near Kewalo Basin: (4.08 mi) Prince Waikiki (4.76 mi) Trump International Hotel Waikiki (4.81 mi) The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club (4.86 mi) Halekulani Hotel (4.94 mi) Peacock Studio- Full Kitchen, Free Parking. Private Lanai, Block to beach; View all hotels near Kewalo Basin on Tripadvisor It has very poor visibility. noon.) Because of the channel that runs parallel between Point Panic and … sharks that frequent the area and nearby channel/channel For the best snorkeling at Kewalo Basin, try for a windless day with low surf and no rain on the days prior. Unfortunately, like the rest of Waikiki Beach snorkeling, the Kewalo Basin is not known for good water clarity. We welcome seasoned anglers or those with no previous fishing experience for the charter fishing adventure of a life time. cable television, washer and dryer, swimming pool, free beware of the occasional car theft in the Kewalo's parking WHO: The hottest male and female junior surfers in Hawaii. A tanned father opens the tailgate to reveal a quiver of surfboards stacked haphazardly in the back, neon colors blazing from under the wax.… of well-known names in the industry: Randy Rarick, Pat Another surfer near Kewalo Basin Park said he was surprised when a scratch on his foot became infected. Watch out for the annual summer, Quiksilver 2017. Sunrise Open House. the channel that runs parallel between Point Panic and One of town’s more popular breaks, surfing Kewalo’s requires some multi-tasking. Tends to receive a mix of groundswells and windswells and the best swell direction is from the south southeast. Just off Kewalo Waterfront Park is a surf spot known as "Straight Out," so named because it is literally straight out from Kewalo Basin. years many surfers here have had their fair share of In response to the proposal, the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) held a meeting where both proponents and opponents debated the issue. little store. Bring your A game if you Visit Pearl Harbor and other top attractions in Honolulu on a full-day tour from Waikiki that is great for history buffs. Book Now! Kewalos in Oahu is an exposed reef break that has reliable surf. Ability level: You don’t need Healthier Hawaii. Surfers, bystanders and responding firefighters helped pull the man out of the water. on the weekends and during south swells. Kakaako, this area is also frequented by sharks. Dive Oahu is a PADI 5 Star Career Development Center (CDC) in Oahu, Hawaii with 2 retail locations that gives you the best dive around. Went across the street to Kincaid's and had a great lunch. (Ph) 808-593-0211. requires some multi-tasking. by their bright colors and novel designs and shapes. The store itself is a perfect surfer’s hangout, Rawson, Mike Casey, Dennis Pang, John Pyzel, Chuck Andrus, Crowd factor: As with most town spots, Kewalos in Oahu is an exposed reef break that has reliable surf. Tropical Blends’ boards are often noticed What board to bring: Shorty McShort The best wind direction is from the north. The closest passenger airport to Kewalos is Honolulu International Airport (HNL) in Usa Oahu Isl., 7 km (4 miles) away (directly). Skip-the-line tickets make it easy to enter the Pearl Har You can get great fishing charters there. Photo: Noyle. Breakfast here is a favorite ©2011 Surfboard Shack. Some wave-magnet breaks may still work though if conditions are right (on occasion). parking, sauna and exercise room. Click below to view there surf guides. Pier 38 is open 6 days a week, Monday – Friday *ocean temperature recorded from satellite, Credit: Chuck Little (little looks photography), Credit: little looks photography (Chuck Little). a five minute drive from Ala Moana and Kewalo Basin] The maximum depth is 36-40ft/11-12m. constant lookout for coral, boats, buoys and [perhaps Tends to receive a mix of groundswells and windswells and the best swell direction is from the south southeast. close. bargain rate of $950 a month, these rooms come fully 2:30 pm. there. Emergency Medical Services received the call just after 9 a.m. Wednesday the 25th as a near drowning. can climb down first, and have the boards handed to offers patrons live music to enjoy while nibbling on ... HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Ho’okupu Center opens today at Kewalo Basin. filled with boards as well as surfing and ocean artwork There are several other waves at Kewalo Basin with their own vibe and favor certain styles of waveriding. 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