SlotGaugeCheck a catchStriped Bass regulations in New York
· Saltwater · 2026 season
Striped Bass size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marine waters & Delaware River | April 15 – December 15 | 28–31 inch slot | 1 per person per day |
| Hudson River north of the GW Bridge | April 1 – November 30 | 23–28 inch slot | 1 per person per day |
Notes
- Inline circle hooks required with bait.
Exact NYSDEC wording
- Season
- April 1 - Nov 30
- Size
- Slot size: 23" - 28"
- Limit
- 1
- Hudson River north of George Washington Bridge — as printed
- “Striped Bass: Hudson River (north of George Washington Bridge) Slot size: 23" - 28" 1 April 1 - Nov 30”
- Marine waters & Delaware River — as printed
- “Striped Bass: marine waters (beginning at the Hudson River south of George Washington Bridge) & Delaware River Slot size: 28" - 31" 1 April 15 - Dec 15”
Source: NYSDEC, 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 in New York?
28–31 inch slot in New York state waters.
How many Striped Bass can you keep per day in New York?
1 per person per day.
When is Striped Bass season in New York?
April 15 – December 15.
Is my Striped Bass a keeper today?
A striped bass is a keeper today if it measures between 28 and 31 inches, with a daily limit of 1.