Can I Keep?Abalone Regulations in Oregon (2026)
Recreational abalone rules in Oregon saltwater, as published by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Last checked November 6, 2026.
Bag limit
No harvest allowed
Season
No harvest allowed
Can I keep it today? Check your harbor & date
Recreational Abalone rules in Oregon
- Where
- All waters
- Bag limit
- No harvest allowed
- Season
- No harvest allowed
- Shellfish regulations article dated 2024-01-05.
- Always check ODA biotoxin closures before harvesting (https://www.oregon.gov/oda/food-safety/shellfish/pages/shellfish-closures.aspx).
- Take of abalone is prohibited.
Commercial rules
Show 1 commercial rule
- Where
- All waters
- Bag limit
- Prohibited (commercial): Marine snails and abalone (OAR 635-005-0295)
- Season
- Prohibited shellfish species for commercial harvest.
- ODFW 2026 Oregon Commercial Fishing Regulations Synopsis: condensed form of the OAR 'for the convenience of the commercial harvester and is not intended to replace the laws or administrative rules'; rules are subject to change during the year.
Quick answers
How many abalone can I keep in Oregon?
No harvest allowed.
When is abalone season in Oregon?
No harvest 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 clams, oysters & scallops in Oregon
- Bay clams (butter, littleneck, gaper and cockle)
- Mussels
- Octopus
- Other clams (softshell, piddock and others not listed)
- Oysters
- Purple sea urchins
- Purple varnish clams
- Razor clams
- Scallops
- Sea stars
- Squid
All Oregon saltwater fishing regulations →
Source: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Most anglers need a Oregon saltwater license or registry: get one here.