Massachusetts regulations
Fluke (Summer Flounder) Regulations in Massachusetts 2026
Massachusetts Fluke regulations as of 2026-05-08: Min size 17.5 inches; Daily bag 5 fish; Daily bag 5 fish/day. Sourced from DFW / DMF.
Rules (9)
Massachusetts statewideOut of season
- Season opens
- May 24
- Season closes
- Sep 23
- Daily bag
- 5 fish/day
- Daily bag
- 4 fish/day
- Possession
- 5 fish
- Min size
- 19"
- Min size
- 16.5"
Shore. Saltwater statewide
Private And For-Hire Vessel
- Min size
- 17.5"
Shore Based
- Daily bag
- 5 fish
5 fish
Also known as
Fluke is also called Fluke (Summer Flounder), Summer Flounder, Summer Flounder (Fluke), summer flounder. Anglers in different regions use different names for the same fish, and the rules on this page apply to all of them in Massachusetts.
Frequently asked questions
When is Fluke season in Massachusetts?
Fluke season in Massachusetts runs from May 24 to Sep 23 per DFW / DMF.
What is the size limit for Fluke in Massachusetts?
Minimum size for Fluke in Massachusetts is 17.5 inches in Private And For-Hire Vessel, per DFW / DMF. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Fluke in Massachusetts?
Daily bag limit for Fluke in Massachusetts is 5 fish in Shore Based, per DFW / DMF.
Official sources cited
- https://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/guides/26MASW_SHOW_LR.pdf
- https://www.mass.gov/info-details/recreational-saltwater-fishing-regulations
- https://www.eregulations.com/massachusetts/fishing
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with DFW / DMF before keeping a catch. Last verified .