Going to Hawaii in April, where are the best places for a mainlander, intermediate surfer to paddle out at?

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Going to Hawaii in April, where are the best places for a mainlander, intermediate surfer to paddle out at?

Answer 1

Well, just how good are you.  If you would like a real challenge, check out Sandy, Waimea, Sunset, or Pipes... but be careful and bring a friend who can surf as well.  The waves are pumping, the guys are cool, and the beaches are beautiful.  As for going to Waikiki, that's more of a tourist place, there are some local that do go there, but the waves are not that great...and remember, the Hawaiian Islands are surrounded by coral reefs, they can hurt you if you wipe out so try to avoid them at all times.  While most locals are really friendly, as a mainland surfer, be sure not to try to steal any waves, once the word gets out, you'll be lucky if you get to ride any waves at all.... Good Luck!  =P

Answer 2

North shore will have some size in Aprill. Swells stilll spinning off Aluteins at that time. Be careful though make sure you can handle!!

Answer 3

north shore is for pros

anywhere in maui

is perfect

Answer 4

Oahu's North Shore is like the mecca of big wave surfing , they have alot of surfing events held there , especially good for surfers goin in months before the summer , like april , Enjoy!

Answer 5

stay away from the north shore...they will kick your ***.

Answer 6

I'm not sure, my parents are from Hawaii but I sadly have never been. I have to say be care full, a lot of those waves could kill the best surfers. If they look too big or if you just are not sure, don't even try it.

Answer 7

If you go to Honolulu there is a spot where all the main land peps go on the South shore near all the hotels stay to the right of them. It is more of a sand reef.

If you go to the N. Shore near Pipe.. go all the way to your right.  Just stay away from the mainlanders. If you’re a hot girl they will leave you alone.  Funny how that works. You cannot miss the locals.  The break is awesome and you can catch lefts and rights depends on the swell.

Also, be careful when you are out there it is a whole different ocean.  There is a major rip current that is like a river.  It will suck you out like no tomorrow.  Pay attention to where you are.  

Hawaiian islands are surrounded by reefs and they hurt if you wipe out. Also one minute the waves will be great the next they are HUGE.  Pay attention at all times. I went during the  winter months in Jan.. It was much more dangerous then.

In April you will still have wave change , but it will not vary as much. Find a local you can talk with. Some mainlanders (locals) are more susceptible in helping you out if you don’t look like a fake.

People die in hawii trying to surf. If your not that great dont go out on your own go with a friend until you feel like you understand the wave.

Answer 8

go to wakiki beach and not north shore those waves are huge