Ala Wai Canal

Ala Wai Canal is a canal flowing through Hawaii, United States. River fishing rewards anglers who learn to read current — fish hold in the seams between fast and slow water, behind rocks and submerged logs, and at the heads and tails of pools. At Ala Wai Canal, working a lure or fly down-and-across the current usually outperforms casting straight upstream. Higher water concentrates fish; clear, low water makes them spookier.

Location

21.2820, -157.8290 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Great barracudaGiant trevallyBlackchin tilapiaScalloped hammerhead sharkNile tilapiaSmallmouth bass

Fishing Techniques

• For Great barracuda

  Use wire leaders to prevent bite-offs due to their sharp teeth, and a fast retrieve often triggers a strike.

• For Giant trevally

  When fishing for GTs, always use heavy tackle and strong leaders to withstand their powerful runs and sharp teeth; they will test your gear.

• For Blackchin tilapia

  Use light tackle, as Blackchin tilapia are not large or strong, and target areas near structure or vegetation for best results.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Ala Wai Canal.

Plan Your Trip

Fishing Ala Wai Canal usually starts the day before — checking weather, tide or river-flow data, and confirming your licence is valid for Hawaii. Conditions in United States can shift quickly, and a quick pre-trip review saves a lot of wasted travel.

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