SlotGaugeCheck a catchLake Whitefish regulations in New York
· Freshwater · 2026 season
Lake Whitefish size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York inland waters (statewide; regional special regs differ) | Open year-round | No size limit | 5 per person per day |
Exact NYSDEC wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- None
- Limit
- 5
- Inland waters — as printed
- “Lake Whitefish | All year | None | 5”
Source: NYSDEC, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the lake whitefish
Species of fish
The lake whitefish is a species of freshwater whitefish from North America. Lake whitefish are found throughout much of Canada and parts of the northern United States, including all of the Great Lakes. The lake whitefish is sometimes referred to as a "humpback" fish due because of its small head size in relation to the length of the body. It is a valuable commercial fish and also occasionally taken by sport fishermen. Smoked, refrigerated, or vacuum-packed lake whitefish fillets are available in North American grocery stores. Other vernacular names used for this fish include Otsego bass, Sault whitefish, gizzard fish, common whitefish, eastern whitefish, Great Lakes whitefish, humpback whitefish, inland whitefish and whitefish.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Lake Whitefish in New York?
No size limit in New York state waters.
How many Lake Whitefish can you keep per day in New York?
5 per person per day.
When is Lake Whitefish season in New York?
Open year-round.
Is my Lake Whitefish a keeper today?
Lake Whitefish has no size limit today, with a daily limit of 5.