FISHING IN HAWAII

Fishing in Hawaii is more than a hobby. It’s a deeply rooted part of local culture, a critical source of sustenance from the moment these Islands were first occupied.



FIND FISHING SPOTS NEAR YOU






TOP FISHING SPOTS IN HAWAII

WAILOA RIVER STATE PARK

Located on the island of Hawaii, Wailao River State Park is in the Hilo Bay making it very accessible for visitors.

MAKENA BEACH PARK

This is one of the largest beaches in Maui, with golden sands extending nearly 2/3 of a mile long and 100 yards wide.

KOKE'E STREAM

The Hawaiian island of Kauai’s best views, wildlife and, of course, fishing


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COMMON CATCHES IN HAWAII



BLUE MARLIN

BLUE MARLIN

FIND WHERE TO CATCH


Japanese longliners report that blue marlin is the largest of the istiophoriod fishes. It apparently grows larger in the Pacific.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 5 foot 400g Spinning Jig rod
Reel 6500 or 20000 spinning reel
Line 100-pound test monofilament fishing line
Lure Live Baits (School Dolphin, Bonito, Mullet, Mackerel, Small Barracuda), Large Skirted Lures


channel catfish

CHANNEL CATFISH

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

The channel catfish is very highly regarded for its food and sports value.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 6-7-foot, medium-heavy spinning rod
Reel Spinning reel
Line 14-pound or stronger abrasion-resistant monofilament line
Lure Terminal tackle (circle or bait hooks, treble hooks, egg sinkers), live worms or minnows, cut-bait


RAINBOW TROUT

RAINBOW TROUT

FIND WHERE TO CATCH


The rainbow trout is an extremely valuable species in any and all of its forms.

GEAR TO USE
Rod Light (2-8 lbs) spinning rod
Reel 1500 spinning reel
Line 2-4 pound test fishing line
Lure Deli Shrimp, Dew Worm, Krill, Marshmellow, Single Salmon Egg, Artificial Baits


GIANT TREVALLY

GIANT TREVALLY

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

The giant trevally, which grows to over 130 pounds, is the largest of the eight Caranx species which occur in the Indo-Pacific region.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 7-9 foot, light-weight graphite rod
Reel 4500-6500 or 10000-20000 Spinning reel
Line 6-10 braid line, 100-200lb leader, fluorocarbon preferred
Lure Large poppers, Large Stickbaits, Live or Dead Fish Caught on Location


STRIPED MARLIN

STRIPED MARLIN

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

The most distinguishing characteristic of the striped marlin is its high, pointed first dorsal fin, which normally equals or exceeds the greatest body depth.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 5 foot 400g Spinning Jig rod
Reel 6500 or 20000 spinning reel
Line 100-pound test monofilament fishing line
Lure Live Baits (School Dolphin, Bonito, Mullet, Mackerel, Small Barracuda), Large Skirted Lures


BUTTERFLY PEACOCK BASS

BUTTERFLY PEACOCK BASS

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

Of all the peacock basses, the butterfly peacock has the greatest variation in color.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 6-7 foot long, medium power, fast-action spinning rod
Reel 2000, 2500, or 3000 Spinning reel
Line 12-15 pound test fishing line
Lure Topwater Plugs, Crankbaits, Spoons (Avoid Plastic Worms)

TYPES OF FISHING IN HAWAII



saltwater fishing

SALTWATER FISHING

Reefs, hills and shallows are some the best saltwater fishing locations.



DEEP-SEA FISHING

DEEP-SEA FISHING

Deep-sea or offshore fishing involves fishing out on the open ocean.

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