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Top Surfing Destinations In Hawaii

Maui, HI
(14 mi.)
Oahu, HI
(2.5 mi.)
Kauai, HI
(8.2 mi.)
Lanai, HI
(32 mi.)
Molokai, HI
(16 mi.)

Travel Guides In Hawaii

Pacific Coast Surfing States/Provinces

Beach Travel Destinations

Kauai coast (courtesy, Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau)

Hawaii Overview

There's no place on earth quite like this handful of sun-drenched, mid-Pacific islands. The Hawaii of South Seas literature and Hollywood films really does exist. Here you'll find palm-fringed blue lagoons, lush rainforests, hidden gardens, cascading waterfalls, wild rivers running through rugged canyons, and soaring volcanoes. And oh, those beaches -- gold, red, black, and even green sands caressed by an endless surf. The possibilities for adventure -- and relaxation -- are endless. Each of the six main islands is separate, distinct, and infinitely complex. There's far too much to see and do on any 2-week vacation, which is why so many people return to the Aloha State year after year. Read More

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Feature Articles

Crowding Giants
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The growing mob at surfing's premier big wave has tow-in veterans fearing for their lives
Holoholo Hawaii
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You'll hit more surf than pavement on this 250-mile pleasure drive around the Big Island
Hawaii 911
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Who Better Than Firefighter Surf Gods to Initiate Novice Riders?
Life's Swell
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The 1998 article that inspired the Hollywood hit, Blue Crush.To be a surfer girl in Maui is to be the luckiest of creatures. It means you're beautiful and tan and ready to rip. It means you've caught the perfect dappled wave and are on a ride that can't possibly end.
Top Ten Surfing Destinations
From classic longboard waves to get-tubed-every-time surf spots, we bring you ten timeless surf locales.

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Gear

Surfing
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Get dialed for summer's coolest sport
Complete Gear Archives: Surfing
From in-depth gear review articles and Gear Guy Q&A highlights to the latest—and past—entries in Outside magazine’s award-giving Summer and Winter Buyer’s Guides, a detailed overview of all things surfing.
Women’s Beach Gear Essentials
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Board Rules
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Rising star Dane Reynolds sheds some light on everyday surfing
Walden Retro Wing Swallow Surfboard
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Shred-Ready