Top fish species at Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream

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Smallmouth bass

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Butterfly peacock bass

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Midas cichlid

5 in · 2 lb

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General info

Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream is a stream located in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States. It is most popular for fishing Butterfly peacock bass, Smallmouth bass, and Midas cichlid.

Location

21°23′26.3″N 157°48′13.4″W
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Fishing regulations at Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream, HI

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Hawaii can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Butterfly peacock bass

Butterfly peacock bass

Regulation boundaryHI Hawaii State Waters
Bag limit3

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size12" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Required licenses
Freshwater Game Fishing License
Additional information
In Wahiawā Public Fishing Area bass and tucunare are catch and release only. It is unlawful to keep, retain, hold, or kill any bass or tucunare in Wahiawā Public Fishing Area. Bass or tucunare brought to shore or on board a vessel must be returned to the water immediately. In Wailua Reservoir Public Fishing Area bag limit = 2; minimum size = 12 inches total length; maximum size = 15 inches total length; Aggregate total bag limit of 3 fish applies.
Edibility
Good but not as good as snakehead or largemouth bass, see Catch, Clean, Cook Peacock Bass by DMFD
Synonyms
Cichla ocellaris, tucunare
Location regulation notes
To see maps of DAR's official marine managed areas, please see Hawaii DAR's ARCGIS Map Viewer.
Location specific information
To see maps of DAR's official marine managed areas, please see Hawaii DAR's ARCGIS Map Viewer.
Season open: year-round
Smallmouth bass

Smallmouth bass

Regulation boundaryHI Hawaii State Waters
Bag limit10

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size9" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Aggregate limit10

The maximum number of individual fish across an aggregate group of species legally harvested per harvester per day.

Required licenses
Freshwater Game Fishing License
Additional information
In Wahiawā Public Fishing Area catch-and-release only. Unlawful to keep, retain, hold, or kill any bass or tucunare. Bass or tucunare brought to shore or on board a vessel must be returned to the water immediately. In Wailua Reservoir Public Fishing Area bag limit = 2; minimum size = 9 inches total length; Aggregate total bag limit of 3 fish applies.
Synonyms
Micropterus dolomieui
Location regulation notes
To see maps of DAR's official marine managed areas, please see Hawaii DAR's ARCGIS Map Viewer.
Location specific information
To see maps of DAR's official marine managed areas, please see Hawaii DAR's ARCGIS Map Viewer.
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Local laws and licenses

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Cities nearby

Kaneohe

1.4 miles away

Heeia

2.3 miles away

Maunawili

2.7 miles away

Ahuimanu

4.0 miles away

Kailua

4.1 miles away

Honolulu

5.0 miles away

Kaneohe Station

5.0 miles away

Kahaluu

5.3 miles away

Waimanalo

5.8 miles away

Halawa

7.5 miles away

Aiea

7.7 miles away

Waimanalo Beach

8.1 miles away

East Honolulu

8.3 miles away

Waimalu

8.4 miles away

Pearl City

9.9 miles away

Hickam Housing

10.1 miles away

Kaaawa

11.4 miles away

Iroquois Point

12.3 miles away

Waipio

12.5 miles away

Waikele

13.0 miles away

Waipahu

13.3 miles away

Mililani Mauka

13.6 miles away

Mililani Town

14.1 miles away

Punaluu

14.3 miles away

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FAQ about Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream fishing

📍 Where is the Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream located?
the Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream is a stream located in Honolulu County, Hawaii, United States. Its coordinates are:
21°23′26.3″N 157°48′13.4″W
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🎣 Where on the Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream?
The most common species in the Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream are:
📢 What are the latest Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream fishing reports?
The latest Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at the Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream right now?
According to fishing regulations at the Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream, some of the species in season this November include: Striped mullet, and Sixfinger threadfin. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Kamoʻoaliʻi Stream?

Fishing in Hawaii requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Saltwater licenses include resident and non-resident options, available online and at authorized vendors.

In Hawaii, no freshwater fishing license is required for anglers of any age. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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