SlotGaugeCheck a catchStriped Bass (fresh waters) regulations in New Jersey
· Freshwater · 2026 season
Striped Bass (fresh waters) size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| NJ fresh (non-tidal) waters statewide | March 1 – December 31 | 28–31 inch slot | 1 |
| Delaware River upstream of Calhoun St. Bridge | March 1 – December 31 | 28–31 inch slot | 1 (Striped Bass & Hybrids combined) |
| Delaware River downstream of Calhoun St. Bridge | March 1 – March 31, June 1 – December 31 | 28–31 inch slot | 1 (Striped Bass & Hybrids combined) |
Notes
- Delaware River quote: 'Striped Bass & Hybrids** (upstream of Calhoun St. Bridge) | March 1–Dec. 31 | One @ 28" to a maximum of 31" | 1' and '(downstream of Calhoun St. Bridge) | March 1–31 ... June 1–Dec. 31'.
- Pennsylvania's Apr 1–May 31 Delaware River slot season does not apply if you land in NJ — NJ is closed Apr 1–May 31 below Calhoun St. Bridge.
- Non-offset (inline) circle hooks required when fishing with bait.
Exact NJDEP Fish & Wildlife wording
- Season
- March 1–Dec 31
- Size
- 28 inch to a maximum of 31 inch slot
- Limit
- 1
- NJ fresh (non-tidal) waters statewide — as printed
- “STRIPED BASS (FRESHWATER ONLY) | Striped Bass | March 1–Dec. 31 Please check website for possible Striped Bass regulation changes during 2026. | Statewide Non-offset circle hook required when fishing with bait | One @ 28" to a maximum of 31" | 1”
Source: NJDEP Fish & Wildlife, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the striped bass
Species of fish
The striped bass, also called the Atlantic striped bass, striper, linesider, rock, or rockfish, is an anadromous perciform fish of the family Moronidae found primarily along the Atlantic coast of North America. It has also been widely introduced into inland recreational fisheries across the United States. Striped bass found in the Gulf of Mexico are a separate strain referred to as Gulf Coast striped bass.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Striped Bass (fresh waters) in New Jersey?
28–31 inch slot in New Jersey state waters.
How many Striped Bass (fresh waters) can you keep per day in New Jersey?
1.
When is Striped Bass (fresh waters) season in New Jersey?
March 1 – December 31.
Is my Striped Bass (fresh waters) a keeper today?
A striped bass (fresh waters) is a keeper today if it measures between 28 and 31 inches, with a daily limit of 1.