An exposed southwest Oʻahu reef - Empty Lots fires on long S-SE groundswell into exposed reef pockets that can throw fast lefts and rights with shallow rock hazards. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Empty Lots in Hawaii.
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Lineup Insights
The Wave
When a South-Southeast long-period swell arrives with light North-Northwest wind the reefs straighten into fast, hollow lefts and rights.
Mid to high tide often softens the takeoff while very low tides expose more reef.
Lineup Guide
Shallow reef and nearby rocks make wipeouts consequential and crowds concentrate at the obvious peaks near the point, so local entry and exit choices matter.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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