FishKillFlea Hawaii is the world's ultimate ocean fishing destination — Kona's blue marlin granders (1,000+ lbs!), yellowfin tuna (ahi) runs, mahi-mahi year-round, giant trevally from the shoreline, and the only peacock bass (tucunare) fishery in America at O'ahu's Wahiawa Reservoir. The Hawaii fishing license system is unique: freshwater just $5, saltwater FREE for residents!
Deep-Sea Charter Fishing
| Port | Island | Species | Why Famous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kona (Kailua-Kona) | Big Island | Blue marlin, striped marlin, ahi | "Marlin Capital of the World" — granders! |
| Lahaina Harbor | Maui | Mahi-mahi, ono (wahoo), ahi | Short runs to deep water — Maui's #1 port |
| Haleiwa Harbor | O'ahu (North Shore) | Ahi, ono, marlin | NR destination — close to Waikiki |
| Nawiliwili Harbor | Kaua'i | Ahi, ono, mahi | Less crowded — scenic Garden Isle |
Shore Fishing
| Spot | Island | Species | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Shore beaches | O'ahu | Giant trevally (ulua), bonefish | GT from shore — 50+ lbs possible! |
| Hanalei Bay | Kaua'i | Bonefish, papio (trevally) | Wade fishing — stunning Na Pali backdrop |
| South Point (Ka Lae) | Big Island | Ulua, ahi, ono | Southernmost point in US — cliff fishing |
Freshwater — Peacock Bass!
| Water | Island | Species | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wahiawa Reservoir | O'ahu | Peacock bass (tucunare) | Only US peacock bass fishery! Entry permit needed |
| Lake Wilson | O'ahu | Peacock bass, catfish, tilapia | Connected to Wahiawa — bank fishing |
| Wailua Reservoir | Kaua'i | Largemouth bass, tucunare | Scenic mountain reservoir |
Seasonal Guide
| Season | Best Targets | Prime Spots | Tips |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring (Mar–May) | Blue marlin starts, ahi, mahi | Kona, Lahaina | Marlin season begins — calm seas |
| Summer (Jun–Aug) | Peak marlin! Ahi, ono, mahi | Kona, all ports | July-Aug = peak billfish — granders! |
| Fall (Sep–Nov) | Ahi runs peak, GT shore fishing | N Shore O'ahu, Kona | Oct ahi run = best yellowfin fishing |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Striped marlin, ono, shore GT | Kona, Haleiwa | Winter ono run — wahoo everywhere! |
NR tourists: $20/day or $40/7-day saltwater license. See full costs or buy yours.