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White Perch Regulations in Massachusetts 2026

Massachusetts white perch 2026 open seasons vary by 2 management regions. Statewide rules apply for 30/day and 8″ min. Pick your region in the rule table below. Sourced from DFW / DMF.

About White Perch

Rules (8)

Massachusetts statewideOpen
Status
Permitted
Daily bag
30 fish/day
Min size
8"
No limit
Verified · View official source ↗
Private And For-Hire VesselOpen year-round
Season opens
Jan 1
Season closes
Dec 31
Daily bag
25 fish
Year Round 25 fish
Verified · View official source ↗
Shore Based
Season opens
Jan 1
Daily bag
25 fish
Year Round 25 fish
Verified · View official source ↗

Other Massachusetts fish regulations

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

Frequently asked questions

When is White Perch season in Massachusetts?

White Perch season in Massachusetts runs from Jan 1 to Dec 31 per DFW / DMF.

What is the size limit for White Perch in Massachusetts?

Minimum size for White Perch in Massachusetts is 8 inches, per DFW / DMF. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.

What is the daily bag limit for White Perch in Massachusetts?

Daily bag limit for White Perch in Massachusetts is 25 fish in Private And For-Hire Vessel, 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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