Giant Trevally Fishing in Hawaii
When giant trevally are caught across Hawaii, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Giant Trevally catch through the year
Recreational catch in Hawaii by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
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Catching giant trevally in Hawaii
Giant Trevally catches in Hawaii run hardest around Nov-Dec, with the strongest two-month windows in Nov-Dec and Jan-Feb. Anglers keep about 50% of what they catch and release the rest. All of this comes from NOAA’s recreational catch survey, so it maps the season rather than any single day.
To turn the season into a trip, line the peak window up with the daily bite. Check the Hawaii fishing times for the solunar windows, the tide charts for moving water, and the sunrise and sunset times for first and last light.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to catch giant trevally in Hawaii?+
Catches peak around Nov-Dec (November and December). The strongest two-month windows are Nov-Dec and Jan-Feb. This is based on NOAA's 2024 recreational catch survey, so it reflects the typical season rather than a live report.
Do anglers keep or release giant trevally in Hawaii?+
Across Hawaii, about 50% of the giant trevally caught are kept and 50% are released. That works out to roughly 41K kept and 40K released in 2024.
How many giant trevally are caught in Hawaii?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 81K giant trevally caught by recreational anglers in Hawaii in 2024, making it the #18 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this giant trevally data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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