Can I Keep?Waved whelk Regulations in New Hampshire (2026)
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Recreational waved whelk rules in New Hampshire saltwater, as published by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, Marine Division. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Size limit
(3) The minimum shell height for whelks shall be 2.5 inches.
Bag limit
(2) Persons shall take no more than 5 whelks per day; and
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Recreational Waved whelk rules in New Hampshire
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- (3) The minimum shell height for whelks shall be 2.5 inches.
- Bag limit
- (2) Persons shall take no more than 5 whelks per day; and
- (1) Only residents shall take whelks;
Quick answers
What is the waved whelk size limit in New Hampshire?
(3) The minimum shell height for whelks shall be 2.5 inches..
How many waved whelk can I keep in New Hampshire?
(2) Persons shall take no more than 5 whelks per day; and.
More clams, oysters & scallops in New Hampshire
- Atlantic sea scallop
- Blue mussel
- Green sea urchin
- Quahog (little necks, cherrystones)
- Softshell clam
- Stimpson's whelk
All New Hampshire saltwater fishing regulations →
Source: New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, Marine Division. Most anglers need a New Hampshire saltwater license or registry: get one here.