Before you grab your board and head out to catch some waves, check the local forecast for Big Island surfing at Surf News Network.

Big Island Surfing Locations
Kahalu'u Beach Park - Kona, good for beginners, lifeguards on duty
Kona area - Lyman's
kona area - Banyan's
Kona area - Pine Trees
(northern and western shores good in winter, southern and eastern shores good in summer)
Hilo - Honoli'i Point (good anytime)
Hilo Bayfront
Kalapana
Pohoiki
(get info beforehand!)