Kitesurfing Anaehoomalu Bay · Big Island
Hawaii, United States
Wind & Conditions
Anaehoomalu Bay (A-Bay) on the Big Island's Kohala Coast. Afternoon thermal NW-N wind (300-360°, 12-20 kn) in summer from the Mauna Kea thermal. Flat, calm bay with reef protection. Warm blue water, sandy beach at the Waikoloa resort area. Great intermediate spot.
About Anaehoomalu Bay · Big Island
Waikoloa Beach is an area located on the South Kohala coast on the island of Hawaii and is located in the census-designated place of Puako. It can be confused for Waikoloa Village, a CDP in the same "ahupuaʻa" and is also known as "Waikoloa".
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Best Season
Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Anaehoomalu Bay · Big Island.
World Ranking
RegionalNot globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
Location
Anaehoomalu Bay · Big Island, Hawaii, United States, United States
Lat: 19.9361, Lon: -155.8803
Facilities & Services
What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:
Nearby spots to eat, drink & learn
- Bay Club Bar Restaurant
- Big Island Breakfast Restaurant
- Boat Landing Cantina Restaurant
- Hālani Restaurant
- Lagoon Grill Restaurant
- Mai Grille by Chef Alan Hess Restaurant
- Kona Pool Bar Bar / Café
- Kona Tap Room Bar / Café
- Waikoloa Coffee Bar / Café
- Waikoloa Coffee Co. Bar / Café
- Kings Land by Hilton Grand Vacations Local business
- Kohala Suites by Hilton Grand Vacations Club Local business
- The Bay Club at Waikoloa Beach Resort Local business
- The Shores at Waikoloa Local business
- Vista Waikoloa Condos Local business
- Waikoloa Colony Villas Local business
Facilities data © OpenStreetMap contributors
When is the best time to kitesurf at Anaehoomalu Bay · Big Island?
Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Anaehoomalu Bay · Big Island — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
Is Anaehoomalu Bay · Big Island suitable for beginner kiters?
Suitability depends heavily on the day's conditions. Breeza reads your level alongside the forecast and gives you an honest verdict — including when it's a no.
What wind direction works at Anaehoomalu Bay · Big Island?
Anaehoomalu Bay (A-Bay) on the Big Island's Kohala Coast. Afternoon thermal N... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.
What kite size do you need at Anaehoomalu Bay · Big Island?
Kite size at Anaehoomalu Bay · Big Island depends on the day's wind strength and your weight. Most kiters rig between 10m and 14m. Breeza calculates the ideal size for your gear, so you know before you leave whether it's a go.
Is it safe to kitesurf at Anaehoomalu Bay · Big Island?
Safety at Anaehoomalu Bay · Big Island depends on conditions and your experience. Check for offshore-wind days, local hazards and emergency contacts before you launch. Breeza gives a rideability verdict that includes a safety flag when conditions are borderline for your level.
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