New York regulations
Yellow Perch Regulations in New York 2026
New York yellow perch 2026 open seasons vary by 8 management regions. Pick your region in the rule table below. Sourced from DEC.
Rules (16)
Canadarago LakeOpen year-round
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
All year
Goodyear LakeOpen year-round
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
All year
Great Lakes & TributariesOpen year-round
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 50 fish
All year Yellow Perch All year None 50
Lake Ontario, St. Lawrence River, And Their TributariesOpen year-round
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 50
except Yellow Perch may be taken in any number in Jefferson County, except Sandy Pond
Other New York fish regulations
Other regulated species in New York with current rule pages — same DEC source, same verification cadence.
- Trout (Brook, Brown, Rainbow)528 rules
- Walleye240 rules
- Lake Trout238 rules
- Salmon (Chinook, Coho, Pink)61 rules
- Muskie (Muskellunge)60 rules
- Northern Pike54 rules
- Bluegill (Sunfish)44 rules
- Stripers (Striped Bass)29 rules
- Tog (Tautog / Blackfish)9 rules
- Crappie (Black & White)7 rules
- Channel Catfish5 rules
- Redfish (Red Drum)4 rules
- Black Sea Bass4 rules
- Bluefish4 rules
- Fluke (Summer Flounder)3 rules
- Scup (Porgy)2 rules
- Weakfish2 rules
- Largemouth Bass2 rules
- Smallmouth Bass2 rules
Frequently asked questions
When is Yellow Perch season in New York?
Yellow Perch season in New York runs from Jan 1 to Dec 31 per DEC.
What is the size limit for Yellow Perch in New York?
New York does not publish a state-wide minimum size for Yellow Perch. Check zone-specific rules above.
What is the daily bag limit for Yellow Perch in New York?
Daily bag limit for Yellow Perch in New York is 50 in All Fresh Waters, per DEC.
Official sources cited
- https://www.eregulations.com/newyork/fishing/region-4-regulations
- https://www.eregulations.com/newyork/fishing
- https://www.eregulations.com/newyork/fishing/great-lakes-tributaries-regulations
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with DEC before keeping a catch.