SlotGaugeCheck a catchHybrid Striped Bass regulations in New Jersey
· Freshwater · 2026 season
Hybrid Striped Bass size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey fresh waters (statewide; special waters differ) | Open year-round | 16 inch minimum | 2 per person per day |
Notes
- A 2026-10-31 check against the official source found a discrepancy in this species' zones. Read the official wording before keeping the fish: https://www.eregulations.com/newjersey/fishing/freshwater/size-season-creel-limits
Exact NJDEP Fish & Wildlife wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- 16 inches
- Limit
- 2
- Inland waters — as printed
- “HYBRID STRIPED BASS (freshwater only): Open year-round Statewide 16 inches 2 (Raritan River below Duke Island Park dam: one @ 28" to 31", 1, March 1–Dec. 31)”
Source: NJDEP Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the hybrid striped bass
Hybrid fish
A hybrid striped bass, also commonly referred to by the portmanteau wiper, is a freshwater hybrid fish between white bass and striped bass. In the United States, wiper are raised in hatcheries and stocked extensively, particularly in lower midwest and southeastern reservoirs.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Hybrid Striped Bass in New Jersey?
16 inch minimum in New Jersey state waters.
How many Hybrid Striped Bass can you keep per day in New Jersey?
2 per person per day.
When is Hybrid Striped Bass season in New Jersey?
Open year-round.
Is my Hybrid Striped Bass a keeper today?
A hybrid striped bass is a keeper today if it measures at least 16 inches, with a daily limit of 2.