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Fluke (Summer Flounder) Regulations in New Jersey 2026

New Jersey Fluke regulations as of 2026-05-08: Daily bag 3 fish; Min size 18 inches; Daily bag 3 fish. Sourced from DEP Fish & Wildlife.

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All Marine Waters Except Those Noted Below:
Daily bag
3 fish
Min size
18"
All Other Marine WatersIn season
Season opens
May 4
Season closes
Sep 25
Daily bag
3 fish
Min size
18"
May 4–Sept 25 3 18"
All Waters Except Those Mentioned BelowIn season
Season opens
May 4
Season closes
Sep 25
Possession
3
Min size
18"
Delaware Bay & TributariesIn season
Season opens
May 4
Season closes
Sep 25
Possession
3
Min size
17"
Delaware Bay & Tributaries:In season
Season opens
May 4
Season closes
Sep 25
Delaware Bay And TributariesIn season
Season opens
May 4
Season closes
Sep 25
Daily bag
3 fish
Min size
18"
west of COLREGS line delineating Delaware Bay from Atlantic Ocean but does not include waters of Cape May Canal east of Cape May Ferry Terminal. Transport of summer flounder caught in Delaware Bay, greater than or equal to 17" but less than 18", may occur in waters east of Cape May Ferry Terminal to George Redding Bridge (Route 47) located at entrance of Wildwood provided all fishing gear aboard the vessel is stowed with rigs removed; vessel may not stop to fish for any species.
Delaware River & Tributaries Calhoun St Bridge, Trenton To Salem River & Tributaries:In season
Season opens
Mar 1
Season closes
Dec 31
Daily bag
3 fish
Min size
17"
Island Beach State Park, Shore FishingIn season
Season opens
May 4
Season closes
Sep 25
Possession
2
Min size
16"
Island Beach State Park:Out of season
Season opens
Jun 1
Season closes
Dec 31
Daily bag
2 fish
Min size
16"
Open Mar 1 – Mar 31 and June 1 – Dec 31
Marine WatersIn season
Season opens
May 4
Season closes
Sep 25
Daily bag
3 fish
Min size
18"
May 4–Sept 25 3 18"
Off Barnegat LighthouseOpen
Status
Permitted
New Jersey State Record Marine Fish — Spearfishing Category
Off Cape MayOpen
Status
Permitted
State Record Marine Sport Fish
Wildwood Reef
Daily bag
3 fish/person
Min size
18"

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 New Jersey.

Frequently asked questions

When is Fluke season in New Jersey?

Fluke season in New Jersey runs from May 4 to Sep 25 per DEP Fish & Wildlife.

What is the size limit for Fluke in New Jersey?

Minimum size for Fluke in New Jersey is 18 inches in All Marine Waters Except Those Noted Below:, per DEP Fish & Wildlife. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.

What is the daily bag limit for Fluke in New Jersey?

Daily bag limit for Fluke in New Jersey is 3 fish in All Marine Waters Except Those Noted Below:, 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 .

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