Jaws, Big wave surf spot in Maui County, US
The Peahi surf break features waves exceeding 60 feet in height, formed when ocean swells pass over deep coral reefs along Maui's northern coast.
Surfers discovered the massive waves in the mid-1970s and named the location Jaws, referencing the film's element of unpredictability in large wave conditions.
The surf spot carries the Hawaiian name Peahi, meaning wave, and encompasses an ancient land area stretching from Haleakala mountain to Peahi Gulch.
Visitors need to walk 1.5 miles from the parking area to reach the cliffs overlooking the surf break, with four-wheel drive vehicles recommended during wet conditions.
The seafloor structure at Peahi amplifies incoming swell energy, creating waves that break both right and left while forming massive barrel sections.
Location: Maui County
GPS coordinates: 20.93861,-156.26083
Latest update: May 26, 2025 14:31
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