Can I Keep?Red Drum (Redfish) Regulations in Connecticut (2026)
Recreational red drum (redfish) rules in Connecticut saltwater, as published by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), Marine Fisheries Program. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Size limit
Maximum length: 27 inches
Bag limit
Daily creel limit: 1 fish per angler
Season
Open Season: Open Year Round
Can I keep it today? Check your harbor & date
Recreational Red Drum (Redfish) rules in Connecticut
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- Maximum length: 27 inches
- Bag limit
- Daily creel limit: 1 fish per angler
- Season
- Open Season: Open Year Round
Quick answers
What is the red drum (redfish) size limit in Connecticut?
Maximum length: 27 inches.
How many red drum (redfish) can I keep in Connecticut?
Daily creel limit: 1 fish per angler.
When is red drum (redfish) season in Connecticut?
Open Season: Open Year Round. Whether it is open on a specific day can change by emergency rule — check today's status in the app.
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Source: Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), Marine Fisheries Program. Most anglers need a Connecticut saltwater license or registry: get one here.