Surfers have taken to the ocean for centuries. Ancient Polynesian civilizations were surfing as far back as 2,000 BC, and there is evidence of wave riding in 12th-century Hawaii. Of course, back then, ...

Surf waves are a source of joy for beachgoers and surfers alike. But have you ever wondered why these waves break as they approach the shore? The answer lies in the fascinating dynamics of ocean ...

The dangerous world of big wave surfing is defined by a number of unique and remarkable waves around the globe, and arguably ...

Waimea Bay continues to evolve. El Niño conditions in 1969 and 1983, for example, triggered massive winter swells that ...

Nature’s Playground has long gathered surf pros from around the world. Located in the south of the island nation, where the ...

Volusia and Flagler counties have several spots along the coastline where surfers head to for some of the best waves in Florida — from New Smyrna Beach to Flagler Beach. According to two experienced ...