SlotGaugeCheck a catchWalleye regulations in New York
· Freshwater · 2026 season
Walleye size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York inland waters (statewide; regional special regs differ) | May 1 – March 15 | 15 inch minimum | 5 per person per day |
Exact NYSDEC wording
- Season
- May 1 - Mar 15
- Size
- 15"
- Limit
- 5
- Inland waters — as printed
- “Walleye | May 1 - Mar 15 | 15" | 5”
Source: NYSDEC, captured 2026-10-04 (2026 season).
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About the walleye
Species of fish
The walleye, also called the walleyed pike, yellow pike, yellow pikeperch or yellow pickerel, is a freshwater perciform fish native to most of Canada and to the Northern United States. It is a North American close relative of the European zander, also known as the pikeperch. The walleye is sometimes called the yellow walleye to distinguish it from the blue walleye, which is a color morph that was once found in the southern Ontario and Quebec regions, but is now presumed extinct. However, recent genetic analysis of a preserved (frozen) 'blue walleye' sample suggests that the blue and yellow walleye were simply phenotypes within the same species and do not merit separate taxonomic classification.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Walleye in New York?
15 inch minimum in New York state waters.
How many Walleye can you keep per day in New York?
5 per person per day.
When is Walleye season in New York?
May 1 – March 15.
Is my Walleye a keeper today?
A walleye is a keeper today if it measures at least 15 inches, with a daily limit of 5.