New Hampshire Fishing Regulations
Freshwater and saltwater fishing regulations by state.
Selected state: New Hampshire · Updated: 2025-01-01
Regulations by State
General regulations for New Hampshire. Many coastal zones and reservoirs have special rules — always confirm on the official source.
| Species | Minimum Size | Bag Limit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
Largemouth Bass | 12 inches | 5 | New Hampshire Fish & Game Department |
Smallmouth Bass | 12 inches | 5 | New Hampshire Fish & Game Department |
Trout (all species) | 6 inches (brook trout) | 5 | New Hampshire Fish & Game Department |
Chain Pickerel | 16 inches | 5 | New Hampshire Fish & Game Department |
Sunfish (Bluegill, Pumpkinseed) | No minimum size | 25 | New Hampshire Fish & Game Department |
Walleye | 18 inches | 2 | New Hampshire Fish & Game Department |
Crappie | No minimum size | 25 | New Hampshire Fish & Game Department |
Channel Catfish | No minimum size | 5 | New Hampshire Fish & Game Department |
Yellow Perch | No minimum size | 25 | New Hampshire Fish & Game Department |
View official New Hampshire freshwater regulations
Verify current limits and seasons on the official New Hampshire Fish & Game Department website.
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