Hawaii nearshore waters (freediving)

Spearfishing by freediving is broadly permitted in Hawaiian waters with a license where required, outside protected zones.

SCUBA spearfishing banned in the West Hawaii Regional Fisheries Management Area (cannot possess SCUBA gear and a spear simultaneously there); restricted/prohibited in Marine Life Conservation Districts and Fish Replenishment Areas; night spearfishing restricted in areas such as Waikiki-Diamond Head Shoreline FMA and Haena CBSFA.

Varies by management area