Know the Rules/Fishing Regulations/Marine Managed Areas
Marine Managed Areas
View managed marine and freshwater areas by island, including reserves and protected zones.
Managed Areas by Island
Some areas have special fishing rules—check before fishing.
Hawai‘i Marine Life Conservation Districts
Discover how Hawai‘i protects its vibrant marine ecosystems through special conservation areas that preserve ocean life for future generations.
Conservation Tips
Help protect Hawai‘i’s fragile marine ecosystems by treading carefully, avoiding feeding fish, and leaving the ocean just as you found it – so its beauty and life can thrive for generations to come.
Safety Tips
- Check tide and wave conditions before you go in, and always watch the sea for a few minutes before entering.
- Never swim against a rip current—if caught, stay calm and swim parallel to shore until you’re out of it.
- Watch where you step and what you touch—many marine animals and corals can sting, puncture, or injure you if you provoke or disturb them.
Regulated Species
Discover which species have special catch and use rules—click to learn more before you head out to fish.
Non-Commercial Marine Regulated Species
Commercial Marine Regulated Species
Freshwater Regulated Species