Can I Keep?American shad Regulations in New York (2026)
Recreational american shad rules in New York saltwater, as published by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Division of Marine Resources. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Size limit
No possession
Bag limit
No possession allowed
Season
No possession allowed
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Recreational American shad rules in New York
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- No possession
- Bag limit
- No possession allowed
- Possession
- No possession allowed
- Season
- No possession allowed
- See Tidal Hudson River Regulations for more information.
- Regulations were last changed on May 12, 2026 and are subject to change at any time.
Commercial rules
Show 1 commercial rule
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- Possession Prohibited
- Bag limit
- Trip limit: Possession Prohibited
- Season
- Possession Prohibited
Quick answers
What is the american shad size limit in New York?
No possession.
How many american shad can I keep in New York?
No possession allowed.
When is american shad season in New York?
No possession allowed. Whether it is open on a specific day can change by emergency rule — check today's status in the app.
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More inshore in New York
- American Eel
- Anadromous river herring (alewife and blueback herring)
- Hickory Shad
- Red drum
- Striped Bass
- Weakfish
All New York saltwater fishing regulations →
Source: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), Division of Marine Resources. Most anglers need a New York saltwater license or registry: get one here.