Fishing Puhaloa Fishpond in Maui County, Hawaii

• Overview

  The Maui County entry here is Puhaloa Fishpond, in Hawaii. What surrounds it is scrub and brush. Waialua sits 5.8 miles from here and is the nearest stop. Further out sit Napili-Honokowai (12 miles) and Kaunakakai (12 miles). Other water within reach: 'Ualapu'e Fishpond 0.5 miles away, Keawanui Fishpond out at 0.9 miles, Kaina'ohe Fishpond 1.2 miles away, Kaopeahina Fishpond out at 1.2 miles and Ni'aupala Fishpond 1.7 miles away. One jurisdiction covers this water end to end.

• Where to Fish on Puhaloa Fishpond

  We hold no survey for this water; read the slope of the shoreline instead. Levels move with the draw rather than the rain on water like this. Rip-rap along the wall holds fish that the open bank never does. Species logged nearby in open biodiversity records include bluefin trevally, island jack and shortfin scad. Presence in the area does not guarantee a fish in this exact water on the day. Anyone new to Puhaloa Fishpond should walk it once before setting up.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Averages move between 69°F in February and 75°F in September. There is no dead season here at all. March through May is the strongest run, with autumn a second stretch. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. It holds true on Puhaloa Fishpond more years than not.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access status is simply unknown for this water. There is recorded parking some half a mile off. Keep the gear simple: light line, small hooks, split shot and a couple of proven lures. Look for a notice board at the entrance. Some stretches are reserved and marked as such on the ground. 'Ualapu'e Fishpond sits 0.5 miles off and takes the overflow. For Puhaloa Fishpond in particular, ask before you travel.