New Jersey regulations
White Perch Regulations in New Jersey 2026
New Jersey White Perch regulations as of 2026-05-08: Daily bag 25 fish; Status Permitted; Daily bag 25 fish. Sourced from DEP Fish & Wildlife.
Rules (7)
New Jersey statewideOpen year-round
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 25 combined
All Other Fresh Waters
- Daily bag
- 25 fish
25 combined
Forest Hill LakeOpen
- Status
- Permitted
State Record: 3 lbs. 1 oz.
Fresh Waters
- Daily bag
- 25 fish
25 combined
Little Beach CreekOpen
- Status
- Permitted
State Record Marine Sport Fish
Frequently asked questions
When is White Perch season in New Jersey?
White Perch season in New Jersey runs from Jan 1 to Dec 31 per DEP Fish & Wildlife.
What is the size limit for White Perch in New Jersey?
New Jersey does not publish a state-wide minimum size for White Perch. Check zone-specific rules above.
What is the daily bag limit for White Perch in New Jersey?
Daily bag limit for White Perch in New Jersey is 25 fish in All Other Fresh Waters, per DEP Fish & Wildlife.
Official sources cited
- https://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/guides/26NJFW_LR.pdf
- https://www.eregulations.com/newjersey/fishing
- https://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/guides/26NJMD_LR.pdf
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with DEP Fish & Wildlife before keeping a catch. Last verified .