Ka’anapali Point
Free live surf cam at Ka’anapali Point on Maui, hosted by Maui Kai.
Hawaii
2 free live surf cams tracked in Hawaii
About Hawaii Surfing
Hawaii is one of the most well-documented surf destinations in the world, with a surf culture and wave-riding history that predates the modern sport by centuries. The islands see genuinely different seasons by exposure — north- and west-facing shores pick up big winter groundswell from North Pacific storms, while south-facing shores get smaller summer swell from the Southern Hemisphere. Water stays warm year-round.
When to Surf
Real NOAA buoy data shows offshore swell typically peaking around December (averaging roughly 9.3 ft) and easing to its calmest around September (roughly 5.9 ft).
Water Temp & Wetsuit Needs
Water stays fairly consistent year-round, roughly 76-81°F — boardshorts or a rashguard is enough — a wetsuit is rarely needed.
Skill Level Breakdown
Of Hawaii's 2 tracked cams, 1 is a point break — longer, more organized rides that reward reading a wave and sharing a rotation. The rest split across 1 beach break.
Surf Etiquette
The core etiquette rules are the same on every coast: the surfer closest to the peak has right of way, don't drop in on a rider already up, and take a few minutes to watch how a lineup is working before paddling out if you're new to a spot. See each spot's own page for etiquette notes specific to its break type.
Quick Facts
- Cams tracked: 2
- Coastline: Pacific
- Break types: 1 point, 1 beach