Poipu Flats
creek in Hawaii
Protected shallow flats and sand channels near Poipu that hold sight-feeding bonefish and opportunistic trevally.
What's working on Poipu Flats
- 01Partly cloudy skies with comfortable 77°F temperatures and 64% humidity.
- 02Moderate 14 mph northeast wind influencing presentation.
- 03Anticipated fall Palolo worm hatch creating prime feeding opportunities for bonefish and milkfish.
- 04Consistent year-round presence of shrimp, crab, and baitfish as key food sources.
- 05No recent angler reports or USGS flow data available for specific real-time insights.
Past reports week by week
7 weeksWhat to tie on
Picked from reports, hatches and the season. Tap a fly for the recipe and where else it works.
EP Shrimp
Shrimp are a consistent, year-round food source in tropical inshore flats, appealing to both bonefish and milkfish.
Buy at AmazonGotcha
A classic and effective shrimp imitation for tailing bonefish and other predatory species on tropical flats year-round.
Buy at AmazonMerkin Crab
Crabs are a consistent and important food source on tropical flats, making this imitation effective for tailing bonefish and opportunistic feeders.
Deceiver
A versatile baitfish pattern that effectively imitates various smaller fish, making it an excellent choice for predatory milkfish and other species on the flats.
Clouser Minnow (Saltwater)
A universal baitfish and shrimp imitation, highly effective year-round for predatory species like bonefish and milkfish on saltwater flats.
Buy at AmazonBonefish Scampi
An especially effective shrimp imitation for bonefish on shallow sandy flats, working well year-round in tropical environments.
Buy at AmazonPalolo Worm
Imitates the polychaete worms that hatch in the fall, a crucial food source for bonefish and milkfish on tropical flats.
Buy at Saltwater EdgeWhere to fish and who to ask
Lawai Beach
Sheltered flats and channels adjacent to reef—good for early morning fly sessions.
Poipu Beach Park
Easy public access to flats near the beach; common launching point.
Shipwreck Beach Access
Less crowded access with nearby flats and channels that hold bonefish at low tide.
Fly shops within 40 miles
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Hawaii season by season
What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.
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Quick answers
Common questions about Poipu Flats.
What flies work best on Poipu Flats?
Our top scored fly patterns for Poipu Flats right now are Palolo Worm (80% confidence), Merkin Crab (80% confidence), EP Shrimp (80% confidence). These picks are scored from recent fishing reports, hatch data, and seasonal patterns.
What fish species are in Poipu Flats?
Poipu Flats holds Bonefish, Milkfish. See the species links on this page for fly recommendations and seasonal behavior for each.
Is Poipu Flats fishing well right now?
We publish a fresh bite report for Poipu Flats each week based on recent on-the-water intel. The current report — with conditions, hatches, and what's producing — is on this page.