Chun's Reef
Chun's Reef is the mellow side of the North Shore—a fun reef break that offers longboard-friendly rights without the intensity of its bigger-name neighbors. Accessible and forgiving, it's one of the best spots for intermediate surfers to experience North Shore waves.
Chun's Reef surf forecast
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Direction range
- 300° - 330°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 1.8m
- Ideal size
- 1.3m - 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Offshore range
- 100° - 170°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
Water temp
25°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Bottom
Reef
Max wave face
2.5m+
Board
Longboard
Consistency
7/10
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Beach access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Chun's Reef?
The Chun's Reef profile favors mid to high tide. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Chun's Reef?
The Chun's Reef profile uses wind from SE (135°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 100° to 170°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Chun's Reef?
The Chun's Reef scoring profile favors swell from NW (300° to 330°), a swell-height range of 0.9m to 1.8m, and a reference period of 14s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Chun's Reef?
The main season at Chun's Reef is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Oct. Nov-Mar. Mellower North Shore break good for longboarding.
How do I get to Chun's Reef?
The spot profile lists HNL as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 45 minutes. Beach access.
What kind of wave is Chun's Reef?
Chun's Reef is a reef break, a peak with lefts and rights over a reef bottom. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Oct
Nov-Mar. Mellower North Shore break good for longboarding.
Getting There
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