Fishing at Palikea Stream, Maui County, Hawaii

• Overview

  Look for Palikea Stream in the Maui County part of Hawaii. This is warm bottomland ground. Nearest town is Hana, 7.3 miles off. It is 126 miles to Honolulu, the nearest city. Nearby alternatives: Papaaea Reservoir at 19 miles, Peahi Reservoir 23 miles, Kaupakulua Reservoir at 24 miles, Kealia Pond 30 miles and Kanaha Pond at 31 miles. The nearest edge is a long way off, so local rules apply throughout.

• Where to Fish on Palikea Stream

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. The tide is the timetable on this water; two hours either side of the change usually fish hardest. Where two currents meet, work the crease between them. After rain the colour clears from the surface first, so fish the edges. Species logged nearby in open biodiversity records include brown mullet. Local agencies keep the authoritative list for each water. At Palikea Stream the water rewards a slow, careful approach.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warmest month averages 75°F, the coldest about 69°F. Every month fishes, though midsummer narrows the useful hours. March through May is the strongest run, with autumn a second stretch. Late winter often fishes better here than midsummer does. It sets the rhythm of the year at Palikea Stream.

• Tackle & Baits

  The access position is unclear from public sources. The nearest car park is half a mile from the water. There is a campsite half a mile from the water. Mapping records toilets within half a mile. A light spinning outfit with a small box of lures and some bait covers most of what swims here. Where a permit is needed, the nearest town usually sells it. Where parking is tight, arriving early solves most problems. The nearest alternative is Papaaea Reservoir, 19 miles out. Check the current arrangement for Palikea Stream.