Can I Keep?Windowpane Flounder Regulations in Massachusetts (2026)
Recreational windowpane flounder 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.
Bag limit
Prohibited
Season
Closed
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Recreational Windowpane Flounder rules in Massachusetts
- Where
- Statewide
- Bag limit
- Prohibited
- Season
- Closed
- Where
- Federal waters (EEZ) (ocean)
- Federal (EEZ) regulation published by NOAA Fisheries GARFO; Massachusetts state-waters rules may differ.
- No recreational fishing allowed.
Quick answers
How many windowpane flounder can I keep in Massachusetts?
Prohibited (for the first listed area; other areas may differ — see above).
When is windowpane flounder season in Massachusetts?
Closed. Whether it is open on a specific day can change by emergency rule — check today's status in the app.
More groundfish & flatfish in Massachusetts
- American Plaice
- Atlantic Cod
- Cod
- Cusk
- Dab (plaice)
- Grey Sole
- Haddock
- Hake/Whiting
- Halibut
- Monkfish
- Ocean Pout
- Pollock
- Redfish
- Summer Flounder
- Tilefish: Blueline
- Tilefish: Golden
- Winter Flounder
- Witch Flounder
All Massachusetts saltwater fishing regulations →
Source: Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries. Most anglers need a Massachusetts saltwater license or registry: get one here.