Fishing Status
Fishing is currently closed while the Wahiawā dam rehabilitation project is underway. Old Lake Wilson tactics do not override that closure.
Why Lake Wilson Still Matters
Before the closure, this was Oahu’s best-known freshwater game-fish water, with peacock bass, three other bass records, catfish, oscars, tilapia, carp, and several other introduced fish.
What to Check Next
Use a new Hawaii Division of Aquatic Resources announcement to confirm reopening and any changed rules. Until then, there is no legal fishing plan to recommend.
Wahiawā Reservoir FAQs
What is the current fishing status at Wahiawā Reservoir?
The first thing to know: Fishing is currently closed while the Wahiawā dam rehabilitation project is underway.
Why is Wahiawā Reservoir different from a normal sport lake?
The reason is simple: Before the closure, this was Oahu’s best-known freshwater game-fish water, with peacock bass, three other bass records, catfish, oscars, tilapia, carp, and several other introduced fish.
Which local fact matters most at Wahiawā Reservoir?
Keep this fact in mind: Use a new Hawaii Division of Aquatic Resources announcement to confirm reopening and any changed rules.
Nearby fishing waters
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Distances are straight-line estimates between mapped water locations.