Can I Keep?Pelagic rockfish Regulations in Alaska (2026)
Recreational pelagic rockfish rules in Alaska saltwater, as published by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game. Last checked November 7, 2026.
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Recreational Pelagic rockfish rules in Alaska
- Where
- Southeast Alaska salt waters (ocean)
- Size limit
- 3 per day, 6 in possession, no size limit, except Sitka Area (CSEO). See page 25.
- Bag limit
- 3 per day, 6 in possession, no size limit, except Sitka Area (CSEO). See page 25.
- Possession
- 3 per day, 6 in possession, no size limit, except Sitka Area (CSEO). See page 25.
- Season
- The salt water sport fishing season is open year-round for all species, except for halibut, lingcod, demersal shelf rockfish, Tanner crab, shrimp, and resident king crab fisheries, and unless otherwise noted below or in special regulations.
Quick answers
What is the pelagic rockfish size limit in Alaska?
3 per day, 6 in possession, no size limit, except Sitka Area (CSEO). See page 25..
How many pelagic rockfish can I keep in Alaska?
3 per day, 6 in possession, no size limit, except Sitka Area (CSEO). See page 25..
When is pelagic rockfish season in Alaska?
The salt water sport fishing season is open year-round for all species, except for halibut, lingcod, demersal shelf rockfish, Tanner crab, shrimp, and resident king crab fisheries, and unless otherwise noted below or in special regulations.. Whether it is open on a specific day can change by emergency rule — check today's status in the app.
More groundfish & flatfish in Alaska
- Demersal shelf rockfish
- Lingcod
- Pacific halibut
- Rockfish
- Sablefish (black cod)
- Slope rockfish
- Spiny dogfish
All Alaska saltwater fishing regulations →
Source: Alaska Department of Fish and Game. Most anglers need a Alaska saltwater license or registry: get one here.