Best Time to See Loggerhead Sea Turtles in Hawaii
February and April is the best time to see loggerhead sea turtles in Hawaii. Based on 2 verified iNaturalist observations, here is exactly when loggerhead sea turtles are most active across the year in Hawaii.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 10, 2026.
2 verified observations of loggerhead sea turtles in Hawaii, recorded across 2 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When loggerhead sea turtles are recorded in Hawaii
Peak month
February
1 records (50% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0 | 0% |
| Februarypeak | 1 | 50% |
| March | 0 | 0% |
| Aprilpeak | 1 | 50% |
| May | 0 | 0% |
| June | 0 | 0% |
| July | 0 | 0% |
| August | 0 | 0% |
| September | 0 | 0% |
| October | 0 | 0% |
| November | 0 | 0% |
| December | 0 | 0% |
Loggerhead Sea Turtles you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Loggerhead Sea Turtle | 2 |
Sightings of loggerhead sea turtles in Hawaii peak in February, when 1 of the year's 2 verified observations are logged — about 50% of the annual total. Activity stays high through February and April.
The quietest stretch is January, March and May, when loggerhead sea turtles are hardest to find — no verified records exist for January. If a reliable sighting matters, plan around the peak window rather than the off-season.
The loggerhead sea turtles you are most likely to encounter in Hawaii are Loggerhead Sea Turtle — the most-recorded species in the state. Each keeps its own seasonal rhythm, but the month-by-month pattern above reflects every reported sighting together.
Where to go
Best places to see loggerhead sea turtles in Hawaii
- Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail — National Historic Trail
- Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park — National Park
- Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park — National Historical Park
- Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site — National Historic Site
- Haleakalā National Park — National Park
Plan your loggerhead sea turtle trip in Hawaii
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to see loggerhead sea turtles in Hawaii?+
February is the single best month, and the broader peak window runs through February and April, based on 2 verified iNaturalist observations.
When are loggerhead sea turtles hardest to see in Hawaii?+
January is the quietest month for loggerhead sea turtles in Hawaii, with no verified records on iNaturalist.
Are loggerhead sea turtles active year-round in Hawaii?+
Loggerhead sea turtles are recorded in 2 of 12 months in Hawaii, concentrated around February and April.