Velzyland
Velzyland is a draining right-hand ledge over shallow coral named after legendary shaper Dale Velzy. Phantom Reef offshore funnels swell directly into the lineup, creating hollow, peeling rights that can run for 150 yards. One of the most heavily localized spots on the North Shore.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NW (315°)
- Direction range
- 300° - 330°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ESE (120°)
- Offshore range
- 90° - 170°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
Water temp
25°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Bottom
Reef
Max wave face
3.5m+
Board
Shortboard
Consistency
6/10
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
5/10
Access: Beach access. Limited parking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Velzyland?
Velzyland is a reef break in North Shore, Oahu, USA, that mostly breaks right over a reef bottom. On its biggest days it can hold faces of around 3.5m. A shortboard is the usual call.
What swell works best at Velzyland?
Velzyland picks up swell from the WNW round to the NNW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the NW. That's a tight window, so it needs the swell direction to line up. It starts working at around 0.9m and handles up to about 2.4m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2m. Period matters too: aim for 14s or longer, as anything under 10s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Velzyland?
An ESE wind is dead offshore at Velzyland, and anything from the E round to the S keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Velzyland?
Velzyland is at its best around the low to mid tide.
When is the best time of year to surf Velzyland?
The most reliable run of swell at Velzyland comes Nov to Mar. There's a second window in Oct too. Nov-Mar. Named after Dale Velzy. Phantom Reef offshore funnels swell in.
How cold is the water at Velzyland?
The water at Velzyland averages around 25°C, so boardshorts or a rashguard will do. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Velzyland good for beginners?
Not really. It's rated 8/10 for difficulty and suits experienced surfers. Expect a moderate crowd (5/10) when it's on. Draining right-hand ledge over shallow coral. Can peel 150 yards. Heavily localized.
How do I get to Velzyland?
The nearest airport on our list is HNL, then it's roughly a 55-minute drive. Beach access. Limited parking.
What other surf spots are near Velzyland?
The closest breaks we track are Kammieland (0.2 km), Phantoms (1.1 km) and Backyards (1.2 km), handy when Velzyland isn't working. We track 23 spots around North Shore, Oahu in total.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Oct
Nov-Mar. Named after Dale Velzy. Phantom Reef offshore funnels swell in.
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Kammieland
🏪 Kammie's Market legacy • Workable walls • Under the radar
Phantoms
👻 Outer reef phantom • XL swell only • Deep water power
Backyards
🏠 Behind the houses • Fast takeoff required • Shallow detonations
Sunset Beach
🌅 The ultimate proving ground • Shifting peaks • Deep water power
Backdoor Outer Reef
🌊 Pipe's outer shelf • 2nd & 3rd reef • Reforms into Pipeline
Off The Wall
💪 Pipeline's neighbor • Powerful rights • Regular footer's dream
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