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Maalaea Harbor

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Hawaii, United States

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Common dolphinfish

34 in · 10 lb

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Rainbow runner

36 in · 30 lb

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Galapagos shark

72 in · 150 lb

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Red mullet

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Saddle wrasse

5 in · 3 oz

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General info

Maalaea Harbor is a part of an ocean located in Maui County, Hawaii, United States. It is most popular for fishing Bluefin trevally, Common dolphinfish, and Bluespine unicornfish.

Location

20°47′27.2″N 156°30′40.1″W
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Official website

dlnr.hawaii.gov

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Fishing regulations at Maalaea 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
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. Use of lay nets prohibited within 3 miles of the shoreline around the entire island of Maui.
Season open: year-round
Common dolphinfish

Common dolphinfish

Regulation boundaryHI Hawaii State Waters
Additional information
No closed season. Not a regulated species. Please fish pono.
Edibility
Excellent, and they are considered a very sustainable fishery. Catch, Clean, Cook Mahi Mahi by DMFD
Synonyms
Coryphaena hippurus, dorado, mahi mahi
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. Use of lay nets prohibited within 3 miles of the shoreline around the entire island of Maui.
Season open: year-round
Bluespine unicornfish

Bluespine unicornfish

Regulation boundaryHI Hawaii State Waters
Bag limit4

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 size14" (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 limit4

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

Additional information
Non-commercial (recreational) bag limit of 4 (total of any three kala species: bluespine unicornfish, whitemargin unicornfish, or paletail unicornfish).Commercial rules: minimum size of 14 inches fork length; permit required for commercial kala fishers; registration required for commercial kala dealers; no bag limit for commercial sale; annual catch limit of 15,000 pounds.
Synonyms
Naso unicornis, kala
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. Use of lay nets prohibited within 3 miles of the shoreline around the entire island of Maui.
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FAQ about Maalaea Harbor fishing

📍 Where is Maalaea Harbor located?
Maalaea Harbor is a part of an ocean located in Maui County, Hawaii, United States. Its coordinates are:
20°47′27.2″N 156°30′40.1″W
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🎣 Where on Maalaea Harbor is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Maalaea 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 Maalaea Harbor?
The most common species in Maalaea Harbor are:
📢 What are the latest Maalaea Harbor fishing reports?
The latest Maalaea Harbor fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Maalaea Harbor right now?
According to fishing regulations at Maalaea 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 Maalaea 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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