Makalawena
A remote trio of crescent sandbars on Kona where WNW groundswells wrap into fast, righty beachbreaks-rewarding hikers with punchy winter peaks and clear water. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Makalawena in Hawaii.
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The Wave
Best shape usually arrives on northwest-west-northwest groundswells with east-southeast winds easing offshore.
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Lineup Guide
The long, uneven lava-and-sand approach (20-35 minute hike from Mahaiʻula/Kua Bay parking) keeps the lineup smaller but means exits are slow and conditions can change before you return.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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