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Lake Trout Regulations in Massachusetts 2026

Massachusetts lake trout 2026 open seasons vary by 2 management regions. Statewide rules apply for 2/day and 18″ min. Pick your region in the rule table below. Sourced from DFW / DMF.

DFW / DMFOfficial source

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Rules (8)

Massachusetts statewide
Daily bag
2 fish/day
Min size
18"
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Quabbin ReservoirIn season
Season opens
Apr 15
Season closes
Oct 31
Quabbin Reservoir season is set by DCR; generally opens 3rd Saturday of April and closes after 3rd Saturday of October. Confirm exact dates at mass.gov/dcr/quabbinfish before fishing.
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Wachusett ReservoirIn season
Season opens
Apr 1
Season closes
Nov 30
Daily bag
3 fish/day
Min size
0"
Wachusett Reservoir season is set by DCR; generally opens 1st Saturday of April and closes November 30. Confirm exact dates at mass.gov/dcr/wachusettfish before fishing. No minimum length for Lake Trout at Wachusett Reservoir (statewide 18-inch minimum does not apply). Wachusett Reservoir season is set by DCR; generally opens 1st Saturday of April and closes November 30. Confirm exact dates at mass.gov/dcr/wachusettfish before fishing.
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Other Massachusetts fish regulations

Other regulated species in Massachusetts with current rule pages — same DFW / DMF source, same verification cadence.

Also known as

Lake Trout is also called lakers. 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 Lake Trout season in Massachusetts?

Lake Trout season in Massachusetts runs from Apr 15 to Oct 31 per DFW / DMF.

What is the size limit for Lake Trout in Massachusetts?

Minimum size for Lake Trout in Massachusetts is 0 inches in Wachusett Reservoir, per DFW / DMF. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.

What is the daily bag limit for Lake Trout in Massachusetts?

Daily bag limit for Lake Trout in Massachusetts is 3 fish/day in Wachusett Reservoir, per DFW / DMF.

Official sources cited

Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with DFW / DMF before keeping a catch.

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