Maui has the most beginner surf spots of all the Hawaiian Islands. Tips for beginner surfers: try to surf waves under 3 feet, avoid crowded spots, avoid surfing in stormy conditions, and choose spots that lack dangerous obstacles like reef, rocks and rip tides.

As long as there are surfable waves coming in, you can surf just about anywhere in Maui. In the summer, the south- and west-facing beaches usually get the best surf. In the winter, look to the North Shore, as well as Honolua Bay.

To watch pro surfers in action, head to Honolua Bay and Hoʻokipa Beach near Lower Pāʻia during winter big wave season. East of Hoʻokipa, you'll find Maui's most famous surf spot for big wave surfing: Peʻahi, also known as "Jaws.” During big swells, surfers are towed into Peʻahi's massive waves by jet-skis.

Maui. Known for its laid-back vibe, the best time to surf in Maui is during the summer when the waves are gentle and perfect for longboarding. The best surfing times in Maui are when the island's north and west-facing shores light up with swell.