New Jersey regulations
Crappie (Black & White) Regulations in New Jersey 2026
New Jersey Crappie regulations as of 2026-05-08: Status Permitted; Status Permitted; Status Permitted. Sourced from DEP Fish & Wildlife.
Rules (11)
New Jersey statewideOpen year-round
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 10 combined
- Daily bag
- 10 combined
- Min size
- 8"
- Min size
- 8"
Mercer LakeOpen
- Status
- Permitted
State Record: 3 lbs. 11 oz.
More Than 100 Waterbodies Throughout The StateOpen
- Status
- Permitted
stocked
Pompton LakeOpen
- Status
- Permitted
State Record: 4 lbs. 8 oz.
Also known as
Crappie is also called Crappie (Black & White), Black Crappie, White Crappie. Anglers in different regions use different names for the same fish, and the rules on this page apply to all of them in New Jersey.
Frequently asked questions
When is Crappie season in New Jersey?
Crappie season in New Jersey runs from Jan 1 to Dec 31 per DEP Fish & Wildlife.
What is the size limit for Crappie in New Jersey?
Minimum size for Crappie in New Jersey is 8 inches, per DEP Fish & Wildlife. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Crappie in New Jersey?
Daily bag limit for Crappie in New Jersey is 10 combined, per DEP Fish & Wildlife.
Official sources cited
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with DEP Fish & Wildlife before keeping a catch. Last verified .