Can I Keep?River Herring Regulations in Maine (2026)
Alosa pseudoharengus; Alosa aestivalis
Recreational river herring rules in Maine saltwater, as published by the Maine Department of Marine Resources. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Size limit
No minimum size
Bag limit
25 per person
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Recreational River Herring rules in Maine
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- No minimum size
- Bag limit
- a person may take or possess only 25 river herring per day, personal use only
- Method of take: hook and line, or dip net only
- River herring means both species, alewife and blueback herring. Any brook, river or stream not under municipal lease is closed from 6 AM Thursday until 6 AM Sunday. If under municipal lease, contact the town for harvest plan specifics.
Quick answers
What is the river herring size limit in Maine?
No minimum size.
How many river herring can I keep in Maine?
a person may take or possess only 25 river herring per day, personal use only.
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Source: Maine Department of Marine Resources. Most anglers need a Maine saltwater license or registry: get one here.