SlotGaugeCheck a catchNorthern Pike regulations in New Jersey
· Freshwater · 2026 season
Northern Pike size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey fresh waters (statewide; special waters differ) | Open year-round | 24 inch minimum | 2 per person per day |
Notes
- A 2026-10-31 check against the official source found a discrepancy in this species' season. 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
- 24 inches
- Limit
- 2
- Inland waters — as printed
- “Northern Pike: Open year-round Statewide 24 inches 2 (Echo Lake, Mercer, Mountain Lake, Monksville: catch & release Mar 20–May 20)”
Source: NJDEP Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the northern pike
Species of fish
The northern pike, also known as jack, northern or simply pike, is a species of carnivorous fish of the genus Esox (pikes). It is commonly found in fresh waters of the Northern Hemisphere.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Northern Pike in New Jersey?
24 inch minimum in New Jersey state waters.
How many Northern Pike can you keep per day in New Jersey?
2 per person per day.
When is Northern Pike season in New Jersey?
Open year-round.
Is my Northern Pike a keeper today?
A northern pike is a keeper today if it measures at least 24 inches, with a daily limit of 2.