Can I Keep?Weakfish Regulations in Massachusetts (2026)
Recreational weakfish rules in Massachusetts saltwater, as published by the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Limits differ by area — the summary below is the first published rule; see every rule underneath.
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Recreational Weakfish rules in Massachusetts
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- Min: 16"
- Bag limit
- 1 fish
- Season
- Year Round
- For any dates not listed in the "Season" column, the recreational fishery is closed.
- Where
- Federal waters (EEZ) (ocean)
- Size limit
- 12 inches
- Bag limit
- Unlimited
- Season
- All year
- Federal (EEZ) regulation published by NOAA Fisheries GARFO; Massachusetts state-waters rules may differ.
Commercial rules
Show 1 commercial rule
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- 16 in.
- Bag limit
- 100 lb.
- Season
- 1/1 - 12/31 (Sun - Sat)
- Open days: Sun - Sat
- DMF commercial regulations tables were updated on July 1, 2026.
Quick answers
What is the weakfish size limit in Massachusetts?
Min: 16" (for the first listed area; other areas may differ — see above).
How many weakfish can I keep in Massachusetts?
1 fish (for the first listed area; other areas may differ — see above).
When is weakfish season in Massachusetts?
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: Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries. Most anglers need a Massachusetts saltwater license or registry: get one here.