Majors Bay

Majors Bay is an exposed beach/point break on Kauai’s west shore that’s described as having quite consistent surf and being able to work year-round. It’s especially associated with northeast offshore winds and typically well-groomed faces when the trade-wind flow is on. Wave behavior is described as peeling, and the spot is known for right-handers in some conditions; other descriptions highlight long, sometimes hollow left-handers depending on the swell. Typical surf rides are described as medium overall, with the possibility of longer peeling lines (including lefts) when the right swell lines up. Safety planning matters: sources repeatedly flag dangerous/strong rip currents and powerful shorebreak, with sharks also mentioned as a hazard. There is no lifeguard on duty, and rescue availability is described as not available on-site, so you’ll need to be self-reliant and surf with appropriate caution. Logistics are part of the experience because the beach sits within the Pacific Missile Range Facility on base property. Access is off Hwy. 50 at the 30 mile marker and requires valid military-base access/ID and the appropriate recreation/guest pass process. Facilities are limited but do include parking and showers, with restrooms and picnic tables reported on-site; emergency medical services are noted as being in Waimea.