Updated October 15, 2026

    Working now in Hawaiithe last 14 days

    Live fly fishing recommendations across 6 Hawaii waters. Top 25 flies ranked by FlyFindr confidence score from the last 14 days.
    6Waters tracked
    6Reports read
    Oct 5Updated
    1. 01

      Shrimp are a year-round food source inshore and on flats, effective for both bonefish and milkfish.

      Hanalei River & Bayfrom 5 reports
      80%
    2. 02

      A highly effective shrimp imitation for bonefish on shallow sandy flats, which is consistent year-round.

      Hanalei River & Bayfrom 4 reports
      80%
    3. 03

      A versatile shrimp and crab imitation, ideal for bonefish and milkfish on tropical flats year-round.

      Hanalei River & Bayfrom 2 reports
      80%
    4. 04

      Crabs are a consistent food source on tropical flats, and this imitation is effective for tailing bonefish. Fall is generally good for flats fishing in Hawaii.

      Hanalei River & Bayfrom 5 reports
      80%
    5. 05
      Gotchanymph

      A classic shrimp imitation that is effective year-round on tropical flats for bonefish.

      Hanalei River & Bayfrom 4 reports
      80%
    6. 06

      Shrimp are a primary food source for Bonefish on inshore flats. This pattern is effective year-round, including the fall season.

      Kailua-Kona Coastfrom 5 reports
      80%
    7. 07
      Cuda Flystreamer

      Specifically designed to imitate needlefish, a common prey for Barracuda over tropical flats and wrecks throughout the year.

      Kailua-Kona Coastfrom 1 report
      80%
    8. 08

      Fall is one of the key periods for Palolo worm hatch events, which can trigger significant feeding frenzies for Bonefish on the flats.

      Kailua-Kona Coastfrom 5 reports
      80%
    9. 09

      Crabs are a consistent food source for tailing Bonefish on tropical flats year-round, making this an effective imitation in the fall.

      Kailua-Kona Coastfrom 5 reports
      80%
    10. 10

      A universal baitfish and shrimp imitation, effective year-round for both Bonefish and Barracuda on tropical flats and inshore waters.

      Kailua-Kona Coastfrom 4 reports
      80%
    11. 11

      A topwater pattern that creates disturbance, mimicking fleeing baitfish, enticing aggressive strikes from Barracuda in the warm fall waters.

      Kailua-Kona Coastfrom 2 reports
      80%
    12. 12

      A classic shrimp and crab imitation, highly effective for Bonefish cruising or tailing on shallow saltwater flats, consistent in fall conditions.

      Kailua-Kona Coastfrom 1 report
      80%
    13. 13

      Specifically designed to imitate shrimp, a key food source for bonefish on shallow sandy flats, making it a crucial pattern for Kaneohe Bay.

      Kaneohe Bay Flatsfrom 4 reports
      80%
    14. 14

      The fall season is a prime time for the Palolo worm hatch, triggering aggressive feeding from bonefish and other flats species.

      Kaneohe Bay Flatsfrom 5 reports
      80%
    15. 15

      Shrimp are a consistent and abundant food source year-round on the flats of Kaneohe Bay, making this a reliable pattern for all target species.

      Kaneohe Bay Flatsfrom 5 reports
      80%
    16. 16

      Crabs are a primary forage for bonefish and trevallies on tropical flats. This imitation is effective for tailing fish in the shallow waters.

      Kaneohe Bay Flatsfrom 5 reports
      80%
    17. 17
      Gotchanymph

      A versatile shrimp imitation that is effective year-round on tropical flats, making it a staple for bonefish and trevallies in Kaneohe Bay.

      Kaneohe Bay Flatsfrom 4 reports
      80%
    18. 18

      This classic shrimp/crab pattern is a year-round producer on the shallow flats, attracting bonefish, milkfish, and trevallies.

      Kaneohe Bay Flatsfrom 2 reports
      80%
    19. 19

      A highly versatile baitfish imitation that is effective year-round for predatory species like trevallies and milkfish, as well as opportunistic bonefish.

      Kaneohe Bay Flatsfrom 4 reports
      80%
    20. 20

      An indispensable pattern, excellent for imitating leeches and baitfish, a year-round staple for bass, tilapia, and catfish in Lake Wilson.

      80%
    21. 21

      A universal baitfish imitation, particularly effective for aggressive Butterfly Peacock Bass and Largemouth Bass in Lake Wilson.

      80%
    22. 22

      On warmer fall days, this popper creates surface disturbance, drawing aggressive topwater strikes from bluegill, sunfish, and bass.

      80%
    23. 23

      Freshwater amphipods are a year-round staple. Pink or orange scuds are excellent for mimicking this abundant food source in Lake Wilson's vegetated areas.

      80%
    24. 24

      Mimicking active damsel nymphs, this pattern is effective when stripped slowly along the abundant weed beds for bluegill, sunfish, cichlids, and tilapia.

      80%
    25. 25

      Matches the active fall Palolo worm hatch, a key seasonal food source for these flats species.

      80%

    Ranked by Fly Findr confidence across recommendations issued in the last 14 days. Mentions count approved bite reports for Hawaii waters in the same window.