Can I Keep?Jonah Crab Regulations in New York (2026)
Recreational jonah crab 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
4 3/4"
Bag limit
50
Season
All year
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Recreational Jonah Crab rules in New York
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- 4 3/4"
- Bag limit
- 50
- Season
- All year
- Terrapin Excluder Devices (TEDs) must be used on all non-collapsible crab pots or traps that are fished in creeks, coves, rivers, tributaries, and near-shore harbors of the Marine and Coastal District. TEDs shall be securely fastened inside each funnel entrance of the crab pot to effectively reduce the size of the funnel opening to no larger than 4-3/4 inch by 1-3/4 inch.
- Lobsters and crabs with eggs may not be taken or possessed.
- State law limits recreational take to no more than 50 crabs of any single species or combination of species may be harvested per person per day. At no time may a person be in possession of more than the daily recreational limit of five horseshoe crabs.
- Regulations were last changed on May 11, 2022 and are subject to change at any time.
Quick answers
What is the jonah crab size limit in New York?
4 3/4".
How many jonah crab can I keep in New York?
50.
When is jonah crab season in New York?
All year. 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.