New Jersey Fishing Regulations
Freshwater and saltwater fishing regulations by state.
Selected state: New Jersey · Updated: 2025-01-01
Regulations by State
General regulations for New Jersey. 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 Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife |
Trout (all species) | Varies by water | 5 | New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife |
Northern Pike | 24 inches | 2 | New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife |
Walleye | 18 inches | 2 | New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife |
Sunfish (Bluegill, Pumpkinseed) | No minimum size | 50 | New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife |
Smallmouth Bass | 12 inches | 5 (in aggregate) | New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife |
Crappie | No minimum size | 25 | New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife |
Channel Catfish | No minimum size | 5 | New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife |
Striped Bass (Freshwater) | Varies by water | Varies by water | New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife |
View official New Jersey freshwater regulations
Verify current limits and seasons on the official New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife website.
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