Houndfish Fishing in Hawaii
When houndfish are caught across Hawaii, season by season, from NOAA’s recreational catch survey (2024).
Houndfish catch through the year
Recreational catch in Hawaii by two-month season. The peak window is highlighted.
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Catching houndfish in Hawaii
Houndfish catches in Hawaii run hardest around Nov-Dec, with the strongest two-month windows in Nov-Dec and Mar-Apr. Anglers keep about 10% 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 houndfish in Hawaii?+
Catches peak around Nov-Dec (November and December). The strongest two-month windows are Nov-Dec and Mar-Apr. 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 houndfish in Hawaii?+
Across Hawaii, about 10% of the houndfish caught are kept and 90% are released. That works out to roughly 7,242 kept and 67K released in 2024.
How many houndfish are caught in Hawaii?+
NOAA's survey estimated about 74K houndfish caught by recreational anglers in Hawaii in 2024, making it the #20 most-caught species in the state. Survey estimates, so read them as the shape of the season.
Where does this houndfish data come from?+
NOAA's Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), 2024 estimates. Courtesy: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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