New York regulations
Yellow Perch Regulations in New York 2026
New York Yellow Perch regulations as of 2026-05-08: Daily bag 50; Daily bag 25 fish/day; Season end Dec 31. Sourced from DEC.
Rules (16)
All Fresh Waters
- Daily bag
- 50
Canadarago LakeOpen year-round
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
All year
Canadarago Lake (Otsego County)
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
Goodyear LakeOpen year-round
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
All year
Goodyear Lake (Otsego County)
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
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
Sandy Pond
- Daily bag
- 50 fish/day
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. Last verified .