when did kelsey make it to hawaii

Kelsey Pfendler made it to Hawaii on Friday, July 4, 2026 , when she rowed into Honolulu Harbor shortly after 9 p.m.

Quick Scoop

• She started her Monterey-to-Honolulu row on May 21.

• The journey took 43 days.

• Reports say she arrived in Hawaii on July 4 and was greeted by crowds at Magic Island and Ala Wai Boat Harbor.

Why people noticed

Her finish was big news because she set a new record and became the first American woman to complete the solo California-to-Hawaii crossing, according to the reports.