Bottom Fishing and Jigging

The opah, or moonfish, is often caught by longliners. This 135 lb. opah is the first recorded moonfish caught by rod and reel in Hawaii and is a current state record.

Not all boats target Kona's steep volcanic flanks, where bottom fish can be jigged nearly 500 feet down.

Jigging is a vigorous style of fishing that's a workout for anglers and crew. Prepare to sweat. The bite can be heavy and the fish need to come up a long way. It's productive, and it lands a unique bunch of fish.