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Tombstones

A raw, boulder-strewn reef off Hilo that lights up on long NE groundswells with hollow, fast lefts and occasional rights. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Tombstones in Hawaii.

Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationHawaii, US
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The Wave

When Tombstones works it prefers long-period NE groundswells cleaned by a SW offshore.

The takeoff zone sits above sharp boulders and a cliff-falling here risks serious consequence, and access requires a long paddle from Honolii so crowds stay limited.

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Lineup Guide

Tide has minor impact, but mid-to-high water reduces shallow impact and eases timing.

The takeoff zone sits above sharp boulders and a cliff-falling here risks serious consequence, and access requires a long paddle from Honolii so crowds stay limited.

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