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Spot de The Kessel Run

The Kessel Run

The Kessel Run

United States

21.40 | -157.72

Overview

The Kessel Run is a kitesurfing spot in Maunalua Bay (Hawaii Kai) on the southeast coast of Oahu, Hawaii. This spot offers flat water to light chop conditions inside the reef, with northeast trade winds crossing over the Ko'olau Mountains. The shallow bay with its barrier reef creates an ideal lagoon for kitesurfing. Warm tropical water in the residential setting of Hawaii Kai.

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Maunalua Bay with warm tropical water (23-27°C/73-81°F). Flat water to light chop inside the reef — excellent for progression. Sand and reef bottom. Very shallow in places — watch fins and foils. Sea turtles common. Barrier reef protecting from open ocean waves.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

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Hazards

Shallow coral reef — injury risk in case of fall. Sea urchins. Protected turtles — legal obligation to maintain distance. Currents in reef channels. Tourist boat and jet ski traffic in the bay. Gusty wind crossing over Ko'olau Mountains. Occasional sharks.

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