Goldspot Herring Fishing in Hawaii
When goldspot herring are caught across Hawaii, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Goldspot Herring catch through the year
Recreational catch in Hawaii by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
Seasonal catch and conditions for Hawaii
Seasonal catch, tides, and the day's conditions worth knowing for your spots, plus the occasional Pathr update. No spam.
Catching goldspot herring in Hawaii
Goldspot Herring catches in Hawaii run hardest around May-Jun, with the strongest two-month windows in May-Jun and Jan-Feb. Anglers keep about 100% 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 goldspot herring in Hawaii?+
Catches peak around May-Jun (May and June). The strongest two-month windows are May-Jun 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 goldspot herring in Hawaii?+
Across Hawaii, about 100% of the goldspot herring caught are kept and 0% are released. That works out to roughly 271K kept and 0 released in 2024.
How many goldspot herring are caught in Hawaii?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 271K goldspot herring caught by recreational anglers in Hawaii in 2024, making it the #8 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this goldspot herring data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
