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· Saltwater · 2026 season
Is it a keeper? A atlantic cod is a keeper today if it measures at least 23 inches, with a daily limit of 5.
Atlantic Cod size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| NJ marine waters | January 1 – May 31, September 1 – December 31 | 23 inch minimum | 5 per person per day |
Exact NJDEP Fish & Wildlife wording
- Season
- Jan 1–May 31 and Sept 1–Dec 31
- Size
- 23"
- Limit
- 5
- statewide — as printed
- “COD, ATLANTIC | Jan 1–May 31 and Sept 1–Dec 31 | 23" | 5”
Source: NJDEP Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the atlantic cod
Species of fish
The Atlantic cod is a fish of the family Gadidae, widely consumed by humans. It is also commercially known as cod or codling.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Atlantic Cod in New Jersey?
23 inch minimum in New Jersey state waters.
How many Atlantic Cod can you keep per day in New Jersey?
5 per person per day.
When is Atlantic Cod season in New Jersey?
January 1 – May 31, September 1 – December 31.
Is my Atlantic Cod a keeper today?
A atlantic cod is a keeper today if it measures at least 23 inches, with a daily limit of 5.