Top fish species at Kīkīaola Harbor

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Giant trevally

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Bluefin trevally

8 in · 4 oz

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Bluefin trevally

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Yellowfin tuna

63 in · 149 lb

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Hawaiian flagtail

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West Atlantic bonefish

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General info

Kīkīaola Harbor is an inshore water located in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States. It is most popular for fishing Giant trevally, Bluefin trevally, and Yellowfin tuna.

Location

21°57′29.8″N 159°41′37.9″W
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Fishing regulations at Kīkīaola Harbor, 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
Giant trevally

Giant trevally

Regulation boundaryHI Hawaii State Waters
Bag limit20

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 size10" (Fork Length)

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

Fork Length means the length of a fish as measured from the most forward point of the head to the rear center edge of the tail.

Aggregate limit20

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

Additional information
Non-commercial aggregate bag limit = 20 (total all species of ulua and pāpio). Minimum size 16 inches for sale
Synonyms
Caranx ignobilis, pāpio, ulua aukea, white ulua
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
Bluefin trevally

Bluefin trevally

Regulation boundaryHI Hawaii State Waters
Bag limit20

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 size10" (Fork Length)

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

Fork Length means the length of a fish as measured from the most forward point of the head to the rear center edge of the tail.

Aggregate limit20

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

Additional information
Non-commercial aggregate bag limit = 20 (total all species of ulua and pāpio). Minimum size 16 inches fork length for sale.
Synonyms
Caranx melampygus, bluefin trevally, omilu, papio, pāpio, ulua, ‘ōmilu
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
Yellowfin tuna

Yellowfin tuna

Regulation boundaryHI Hawaii State Waters
Additional information
Minimum size = 3 pounds (sale) No bag limit. .
Edibility
Excellent, but may contain high mercury levels. Catch, Clean, Cook Yellowfin Tuna by DMFDSpearfishing Yellowfin Tuna by DMFD
Synonyms
Thunnus albacares, ‘ahi
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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Cities nearby

Kekaha

1.5 miles away

Pakala Village

3.4 miles away

Hanapepe

7.5 miles away

Eleele

8.0 miles away

Kalaheo

11.3 miles away

Omao

13.8 miles away

Poipu

15.9 miles away

Wainiha

19.1 miles away

Puhi

19.4 miles away

Haena

19.9 miles away

Hanalei

21.1 miles away

Wailua Homesteads

21.6 miles away

Lihue

21.6 miles away

Hanamaulu

22.2 miles away

Princeville

22.6 miles away

Wailua

23.6 miles away

Kilauea

25.8 miles away

Anahola

27.5 miles away

Makaha

100.9 miles away

Mokuleia

101.2 miles away

Makaha Valley

102.3 miles away

Waianae

103.4 miles away

Waialua

104.6 miles away

Maili

104.8 miles away

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FAQ about Kīkīaola Harbor fishing

📍 Where is Kīkīaola Harbor located?
Kīkīaola Harbor is an inshore water located in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States. Its coordinates are:
21°57′29.8″N 159°41′37.9″W
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🎣 Where on Kīkīaola Harbor is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Kīkīaola Harbor 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 Kīkīaola Harbor?
The most common species in Kīkīaola Harbor are:
📢 What are the latest Kīkīaola Harbor fishing reports?
The latest Kīkīaola Harbor fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Kīkīaola Harbor right now?
According to fishing regulations at Kīkīaola Harbor, 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 Kīkīaola Harbor?

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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