Can I Keep?Tarpon Regulations in North Carolina (2026)
Recreational tarpon rules in North Carolina saltwater, as published by the NC Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Marine Fisheries. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Season
UNLAWFUL TO POSSESS
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Recreational Tarpon rules in North Carolina
- Where
- All waters
- Season
- UNLAWFUL TO POSSESS
Quick answers
When is tarpon season in North Carolina?
UNLAWFUL TO POSSESS. 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 North Carolina
- Alewife and Blueback Herring
- American Eel
- American Shad
- Black Drum
- Croaker
- Flounder
- Hickory Shad
- Mullet
- Red Drum
- Sheepshead
- Spot
- Spotted Seatrout
- Striped Bass
- Weakfish
All North Carolina saltwater fishing regulations →
Source: NC Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Marine Fisheries. Most anglers need a North Carolina saltwater license or registry: get one here.