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Fishing regulations at Honolulu Harbor, HI
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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.
Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Yellowstripe goatfish as of April 1st, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.
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Mulloidicthys flavolineatus, weke ‘ā, ‘oama
Permitted: Commercial Marine licensees with a Bait License may take baitfish during periods scheduled by the harbor master. Prohibited: Unlawful to take fish by means of any draw, drag or seine net.Use of lay nets is prohibited.
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FAQ about Honolulu Harbor fishing
- Yellowstripe goatfish - 3 members reported to have caught this fish
- Bluefin trevally - 6 members reported to have caught this fish
- West Atlantic bonefish - 4 members reported to have caught this fish
- @samroberts2617 reported a nice Saddle wrasse.
- @SuperJax2016 reported a nice Bridled triggerfish.
- @benjamin.kaffenberger reported a nice Bluefin trevally.
- @benjamin.kaffenberger reported a nice Spotted moray eel.
- @Chris_topher reported a nice Reticulated flagtail.
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