North Shore (Oahu)
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The North Shore, in the context of geography of the Island of Oʻahu, refers to the north-facing coastal area of Oʻahu between Kaʻena Point and Kahuku Point. The largest settlement is Haleʻiwa.
The northern hemisphere winter months on the North Shore see a concentration of surfing activity, taking advantage of swells originating in the stormy North Pacific. Notable surfing spots include Banzai Pipeline and Sunset Beach.
The Fox Network TV show North Shore was filmed in the area, as were the last few seasons of Baywatch. ABC's Lost is also filmed on O'ahu. Much of it is filmed on The North Shore although other areas on O'ahu are also used. The North Shore contains the area known as Turtle Bay where the rock formations and constant rolling surf make it ideal as a back drop for Lost.
[edit] External links
- Northshore-Oahu Oahu's northshore offers much more than the huge surf for which it has gained international acclaim.
- Oahu Surf Conditions, Radar, and Forecasts
- 'Life Among The Swells', William Finnegan from Outside Magazin gives a detailed insight into the professional surfing world on the North Shore of Oahu
