Can I Keep?Atlantic cod Regulations in New York (2026)
Recreational atlantic cod 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
23"
Bag limit
5
Season
Sept 1 - May 31
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Recreational Atlantic cod rules in New York
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- 23"
- Bag limit
- 5
- Possession
- 5
- Season
- Sept 1 - May 31
- 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
- 19" TL
- Bag limit
- Trip limit: 50 pounds Any amount of Atlantic cod legally harvested from waters outside the state may be possessed on board vessels transiting state waters and may be landed in New York at any time. Persons on such vessels may not fish for Atlantic cod in state waters while utilizing this transit provision.
- Season
- All year
Quick answers
What is the atlantic cod size limit in New York?
23".
How many atlantic cod can I keep in New York?
5.
When is atlantic cod season in New York?
Sept 1 - May 31. 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: 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.