New York regulations
Crappie (Black & White) Regulations in New York 2026
New York Crappie regulations as of 2026-05-07: Daily bag 10 fish/day; Min size 8 inches; Daily bag 25 fish/day. Sourced from DEC.
Rules (7)
New York statewide
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
- Min size
- 10"
Greenwood Lake (New York/New Jersey Border Water)
- Daily bag
- 10 fish/day
- Min size
- 8"
Lake Champlain And Tributaries To The First Impassible Barrier (New York/Vermont Border Water)
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
- Min size
- 8"
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 York.
Frequently asked questions
When is Crappie season in New York?
Crappie season in New York is set by DEC. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for Crappie in New York?
Minimum size for Crappie in New York is 8 inches in Greenwood Lake (New York/New Jersey Border Water), per DEC. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Crappie in New York?
Daily bag limit for Crappie in New York is 10 fish/day in Greenwood Lake (New York/New Jersey Border Water), per DEC.
Official sources cited
- https://www.eregulations.com/newyork/fishing/border-waters-special-regulations
- https://www.eregulations.com/newyork/fishing/lake-champlain-regulations
- https://dec.ny.gov/regulatory/regulations
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with DEC before keeping a catch. Last verified .