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Stripers (Striped Bass) Regulations in New Jersey 2026

New Jersey Stripers regulations as of 2026-05-08: Daily bag 1 fish; Gear Gaff Prohibited; Max size 31 inches. Sourced from DEP Fish & Wildlife.

DEP Fish & WildlifeVerified Official source

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Rules (17)

New Jersey statewideIn season
Season opens
Mar 1
Season closes
Dec 31
Daily bag
1
Slot min
28"
Slot max
31"
Gear
Circle Hook
Non-offset (inline) circle hooks must be used when fishing for striped bass with bait.
Atlantic Ocean
Daily bag
1 fish
Min size
28"
Max size
31"
Gear
Gaff Prohibited
1 fish bag limit for Atlantic Ocean (0–3 nautical miles from shore) 28"-31" size requirement for Atlantic Ocean (0–3 nautical miles from shore) 28"-31" size range specified for 0–3 nautical miles zone It is illegal to gaff or attempt to gaff, any striped bass at any time
Delaware River (Downstream Of Calhoun St. Bridge)
Season opens
Jun 1
Great Egg Harbor RiverOpen
Status
Permitted
State Record: 51 lbs. 0 oz.
New Jersey's Marine Waters
Season opens
May 15
Daily bag
1 fish/permit
Min size
24"
Max size
28"
Gear
Artificial Only
Bonus permit program Only one fish can be harvested per permit Bonus permit required; less than 28 inches Bonus permit required; 24 inches to less than 28 inches Does not apply to artificial lures with bait attached

Stripers on famous New Jersey waters

Dedicated rule pages for Stripers on the most-targeted destinations in New Jersey.

Also known as

Stripers is also called Stripers (Striped Bass), Striped Bass, striped bass. 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 Stripers season in New Jersey?

Stripers season in New Jersey runs from Jun 1 to Dec 31 per DEP Fish & Wildlife.

What is the size limit for Stripers in New Jersey?

Minimum size for Stripers in New Jersey is 28 inches in Atlantic Ocean, per DEP Fish & Wildlife. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.

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

Daily bag limit for Stripers in New Jersey is 1 fish in Atlantic Ocean, 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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