Minuses: The access road can be 4WD Sound-bite: [crashing waves, cheers and helicopters]. When Jaws is going off, the top names in surfing flock here — and mere mortals follow to watch in awe. Tow-in surfing is when the waves are so large that the only way a surfer can get in to them in one piece, anyway is to be skillfully towed in, and dropped off, via Jet Ski.
In recent years surfers have started paddling in to this break that was previously only attempted as a tow-in. Most years there are just a few big-wave events with the perfect conditions for surfing Jaws. Check out the You Tube video below for better perspective of how big these waves actually are. As far as driving to the overlook goes, the best route is shown in the Google Map below.
This 1. There are a few places you can park off to the side of the road be sure not to block access roads , so if walking 3 miles round-trip is not an option, you can drive in as far as you feel comfortable given the current conditions, and opt to walk the rest of the way.
View Jaws in a larger map. Attention Tourists- Jaws aka Peahi is certainly something to see however the masses of people have somewhat spoiled the the experience…. DO NOT attempt to drive the road down unless you have 4 wheel drive, especially if it has rained-forget it if it has rained the main viewing area will be a giant puddle and you will be greatly disappointed.
Oh and there are no port a pottys etc. The weather can be hot if there are light winds. You will be filthy dirty by the time you get to the cliff- bring water or drinks to prevent dehydration. If you are driving, be aware of the very few spots to pull over and let oncoming vehicles pass. Above all do not litter…Aloha. We just arrived to the dirt road and was greeted by a man with a red machete. Ours was a rental with nothing special.
So cool to park at the bottom and watch that killer wave. If you encounter locals down there, be cool, be respectful…this is a once in a lifetime spot. Ho All Is there a way to get near here on public transit? One other note: I brought my mm lens to Maui, but left the at home. Big mistake, though I got some great shots at mm. The cliff is wonderful for viewing, but if you have the resources the best vantage point would be on a boat.
It crowds the break. I was very lucky to be at Jaws Feb. The road was narrow, crowded, and too dangerous to walk. On a day with no big waves there will be no crowds here and walking or attempting the drive is possible. Of course, there will probably not be any surfers either. Then try Hookipa just down the road. Thanks alot dude, useful info, me and my family are going to check it out if the conditions are prime.
Found this place on accident heading back from Hana. It was quite amazing but getting there is quite a feat. Google maps doesnt show you that regular cars are not advised. You need 4wd but then you also need to be a smart car, the roads are narrow and quite dusty. You're currently on: Home Maui Beaches.
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Drop-off time. Search Cars. Some have described it as surfing an avalanche, and on a big day it is easy to see why. A jet ski with rescue-sled attached tows a surfer strapped to a surfboard with foot mounts enabling speeds close to 20 to 25 miles per hour allowing surfers to match the speed of extremely large waves in the 35 to 50 foot range.
If a surfer goes down the jet ski is shadowing behind the wave and can swerve in to attempt a rescue, but rescuer must watch for the next wave and speed out of the way or risk losing the ski or worse. If all this sounds harrowing, it certainly is a wild circus when 20 or more teams are rallying for waves. In recent years new pioneers have been attempting and accomplishing solo paddles into the waves.
There is still a team of jet-ski rescuers nearby to help with wipe out rescues and lost boards retrievals. The absolute thrill of watching a lone surfer attempting to drop in on a house-sized wave is amazing.
The crowd that gathers cliff-side will often gasp with breath and shout loudly when a successful wave ride occurs. It is a little bit like a tailgate party on steroids, hundreds of people will cycle through the foot cliff top parking area over the course of several hours.
Locals will bring down the whole family and a pop up tent and make a day of it. The Channel: When watching the waves at "Jaws" you will see a large gathering of spectators and support on boats, jet ski and even helicopters.
The "gallery" of spectators and supporters on the water have traveled here via a boat launch about 5 miles away. Upon reaching Peahi, there is a deep-water area next to the breaking wave. This is called the "channel" and provides the needed rest area and break spot for surfers riding extreme adrenaline. Though no waves break in the channel, there is near constant motion among the many craft in the area, due to the intense currents from all the waves.
Where to start: If you monitor the weather during your visit, review the surf report for waves breaking on the north shore.
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