to Sunset (the birthplace of power surfing), from Waimea Bay (the original big wave) to Rocky Point (high-performance epicenter) — Oahu’s North Shore is nicknamed the “Seven Mile Miracle ...

It all starts on Oahu’s North Shore. Here are my secrets ... In my view, this is a must-have for families. Beach hop from Waimea Bay to Banzai Pipeline Beach to Sunset Beach.

Also leave time to visit Waimea Bay Beach across the highway ... Waimea Valley is located about 35 miles north of Honolulu. Admission to Waimea Valley costs $25 for adults, $20 for seniors ...

12:30 p.m. Many of the world’s top big wave surfers and tens of thousands of spectators have descended on Oahu’s North Shore today for The Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational at Waimea Bay.

Previous first-timers loved surfing Waikiki Beach's calm waves, while the most experienced surfers tackled the large swells found at Waimea Bay on the North Shore. If you plan on taking surfing ...