Honolulu County, HI · Hawaiian Waters
Waikiki Beach
Waikiki Beach offers public shoreline and pier access on Hawaiian coastal waters in Honolulu County. Common targets include giant trevally, and bonefish.
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Top pick today
Bonefish — Skip the Bonefish trip today.
Best conditions of 2 species tracked at Waikiki Beach.
Coastal Flood Statement issued July 12 at 9:22AM HST until July 14 at 6:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Atmosphere
Water
Sun & Moon
Today's Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:56 AM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 7:22 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 3:09 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 10:38 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
Species at Waikiki Beach
2 species tracked, ranked by today's conditions. The top pick is open below — tap any species to expand it, or a chip to focus.
#1 Bonefish Skip the Bonefish trip today. In season 12/100
What's helping
- 82°F water — right in bonefish's ideal range
What's hurting
- outgoing tide — bonefish prefers incoming tide
- 23 mph wind — strong wind — chop and difficult casting
- 7.5 ft seas — heavy seas — small boats unsafe, surf blown out
- NWS alert active — check the alert before heading out
About. Albula glossodonta — Oio — the premier flats gamefish, stalked tailing on shallow sand and reef flats and prized for blistering runs. Largely a catch-and-release sight-fishery in Hawaii, though traditionally also taken for the table.
Prefers. Water 72–86°F (ideal 79°F) · incoming tide · depth 1–10 ft.
Last verified 44 days ago on 2026-05-29. Open source page →
- Daily creel
- no limit
No statewide minimum size or bag limit; predominantly a catch-and-release flats fishery. Check for any local community-based (makai watch) area rules.
Source: Hawaii regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#2 Giant Trevally Skip the Giant Trevally trip today. In season 0/100
What's helping
- 82°F water — inside giant trevally's active range
What's hurting
- outgoing tide — giant trevally prefers incoming tide
- 23 mph wind — strong wind — chop and difficult casting
- 7.5 ft seas — heavy seas — small boats unsafe, surf blown out
- NWS alert active — check the alert before heading out
About. Caranx ignobilis — Ulua — the apex reef predator and the ultimate Hawaiian shore-casting prize, taken by slide-bait fishers off rocky points and ledges, often through the night. A brutally powerful gamefish; juveniles (papio) are a popular lighter-tackle target.
Prefers. Water 72–84°F (ideal 78°F) · incoming tide · depth 5–100 ft.
Last verified 44 days ago on 2026-05-29. Open source page →
- Min size
- 10"
- Daily creel
- 20
Ulua/papio: 10" minimum to keep, 20/day in combination with all ulua/papio (and moi/mullet, with sub-limits). No closed season for shore fishing.
Source: Hawaii regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
Location Info
Water Body
Hawaiian Waters
Region
Access
Pier, shore, and ramp
Jurisdiction
Hawaii
Coordinates
Local reports & rules for Waikiki Beach: Hawaii DLNR Aquatic Resources fishing & regulations → · fish-consumption advisories (EPA directory) →
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Frequently Asked
Do I need a fishing license to fish at Waikiki Beach?
Yes (anglers age 16 and older). To fish at Waikiki Beach you need the appropriate state fishing license. See the agency's current rules: the state agency website
What fish are commonly targeted at Waikiki Beach?
Waikiki Beach is listed on this site for 2 commonly-targeted species: Giant Trevally, Bonefish. Which species is currently in season and which is scoring highest today is shown in the per-species ranking on this page.
When is the best time to fish at Waikiki Beach?
It depends more on the species and the day's conditions than on a fixed "best hour." Water temperature, weather, and — at tidal locations — the stage of the tide drive activity most. The per-species ranking on this page scores every target species at Waikiki Beach against today's live conditions, so the fish near the top are your best bets right now; check back as conditions change through the day.
What kind of access does Waikiki Beach have?
Waikiki Beach has multiple access types — pier, shoreline, and at least one public boat ramp.
Which state's fishing regulations apply at Waikiki Beach?
state agency regulations apply at Waikiki Beach. Size limits, creel limits, and seasonal closures are listed per species on each species page. Always confirm against the agency source linked from each regulation block — emergency closures can take effect mid-season.
Is Waikiki Beach tidal water?
Yes. Waikiki Beach sits on tidal water with a NOAA tide station nearby. Today's high/low timing is in the tide chart on this page.