The Surf Window

Cockroach Bay

Oahu, USA

Beach breakIntermediate

A fun open beach break with decent shape and sand bottom. Named for the local wildlife, not the wave. Good intermediate progression wave.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalN (0°)
WindowW–E (270°–90°)
Size3-7ft

Wind

Trade winds light

Tide

Mid

LowMidHigh

Season

November-February

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

A-frame

Bottom

Sand

Shape

Rolling walls

Length

70-170m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: Good shoulders, manageable shape, fun progression

Hazards

  • •Sandbars shift seasonally
  • •Shorebreak can develop

Local Tips

  • •Check the sandbars for shape
  • •Good waves during winter swells
  • •Friendly vibe in the water

Location

Map showing the location of Cockroach Bay in Oahu, USA

21.3050, -157.6350