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Lahaina Harbor

Maui, USA
👥Crowded🪸Sharp reef

Lahaina Harbor sits on Maui's west side, a fun and accessible right-hander that catches summer south swells in the shadow of the West Maui Mountains. The wave breaks over reef near the historic harbor, offering friendly peaks that work for all skill levels. Protected from the relentless northeast trades, Lahaina enjoys glassy morning conditions when other spots are windswept. The tourist town vibe means crowds are common, but the wave's forgiving nature makes sharing easy. A perfect introduction to Maui surfing or an afternoon session when you need something mellow.

Spot Details

Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
SSW (210°)
Direction range
180° - 250°
Size range
0.6m - 2.5m
Ideal period
14s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
ENE (60°)
Offshore range
20° - 100°
Best window
morning

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
mid
Optimal range
0.3m - 1.2m

Water temp

26°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

5/10

Crowd level

7/10

Access: Easy access from Lahaina town.

Getting There

Airport
OGG
Drive time
50 min

Nearby Buoy

Forecasts are validated against real-time buoy data.

51003 (NOAA)

Best Season

Peak: May-Sep

Summer south swells. Protected from NE trades.

Data Quality

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Verified by Surfline spot guide