Lawai Beachon Poipu Flats
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.
What to tie on at Lawai Beach
Picked from recent reports for this stretch.
Palolo Worm
Spring is a prime time for Palolo worm hatch events, which both Bonefish and Milkfish actively feed on.
Buy at Saltwater EdgeMerkin Crab
Crabs are a consistent and important food source on tropical flats, making this effective for tailing Bonefish.
EP Shrimp
Shrimp are a year-round staple in tropical inshore waters and on flats, targeting both Bonefish and Milkfish.
Buy at AmazonCrazy Charlie
This classic shrimp imitation is exceptionally effective year-round for Bonefish and Milkfish on tropical flats.
Buy at AmazonClouser Minnow (Saltwater)
A versatile baitfish and shrimp imitation, effective year-round for predatory saltwater species like Milkfish and opportunistic Bonefish.
Buy at AmazonBonefish Scampi
This specific shrimp imitation is highly effective for Bonefish, particularly on shallow sandy flats, which are prevalent at Poipu.
Buy at AmazonTan Spawning Shrimp
Spring marks the spawning season for many shrimp in estuaries and marshes, making this a highly relevant pattern for Bonefish and Milkfish.
Buy at AmazonDeceiver
A general baitfish pattern that imitates various smaller fish, which are a food source for Milkfish and larger predatory species on the flats.
EP Shrimp
Shrimp are a consistent year-round food source on tropical flats, actively sought by both Bonefish and Milkfish.
Buy at AmazonHawaii season by season
What changes on the water through the year, with the flies for each season.
Fly shops nearby
Local flies, current advice and guided trips.