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Palikir Pass

Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia
🪸Sharp reef🏝️Remote🦈Sharks

Palikir Pass sits in Pohnpei's reef pass system alongside the legendary P-Pass, offering a world-class right-hander that holds good size when north swells push through Micronesia. The wave breaks over coral in a remote setting where sharks patrol the channels and the nearest crowd is thousands of miles away. When P-Pass is maxed out or crowded (by Pohnpei standards—maybe three people), Palikir provides an excellent alternative with its own quality barrels and walls. For surfers who've made the commitment to reach this remote destination, Palikir Pass rewards with uncrowded perfection.

Spot Details

Swell Requirements

Optimal direction
NNE (20°)
Direction range
350° - 50°
Size range
1m - 3.5m
Ideal period
14s+

Wind Requirements

Optimal direction
S (180°)
Offshore range
140° - 220°
Best window
morning

Tide Requirements

Optimal tide
mid
Optimal range
0.5m - 1.5m

Water temp

29°C

Wetsuit

Boardshorts / Rashguard

Difficulty

7/10

Crowd level

1/10

Access: Boat access from Pohnpei. Near P-Pass.

Getting There

Airport
PNI
Drive time
0 min
Boat required
$150

Best Season

Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr

Winter NE swells from North Pacific.

Data Quality

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