Can I Keep?Shrimp (edible) Regulations in Oregon (2026)
Recreational shrimp (edible) rules in Oregon saltwater, as published by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Last checked November 6, 2026.
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Recreational Shrimp (edible) rules in Oregon
- Where
- All waters
- Bag limit
- 20 lbs. in shell
- Season
- Entire year and at all hours (exceptions are listed under “Harvest methods and restrictions” in the table below) and except when any state agency has issued a public health advisory. HEALTH ADVISORIES: Crabbing and clamming occasionally can be closed due to elevated levels of biotoxins or other health issues.
- May be taken from traps, pots or rings.
- 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).
Commercial rules
Show 1 commercial rule
- Where
- Ocean waters (ocean)
- Size limit
- It is unlawful to possess or land shrimp from any one trip or landing which exceeds an average count of 160 whole shrimp per pound. This rule does not apply to landing or possession of less than 3,000 pounds of shrimp.
- Bag limit
- It is unlawful to land an incidental catch of groundfish in excess of 500 pounds per day(s) of fishing trip, not to exceed 1,500 pounds.
- Season
- April 1 through October 31.
- Trawl nets or pots only. Unlawful to fish with trawl gear unless a rigid grate bycatch reduction device with no openings between the bars exceeding 0.
- Pot or trap gear only, except trawls legal for pink shrimp and groundfish when those seasons are open.
- Ocean pink shrimp fishery (OAR 635-005-0575 through 635-005-0645): Ocean Pink Shrimp Vessel Restricted Participation Permit required in addition to a boat license.
- SPOT AND COONSTRIPE SHRIMP FISHERIES (OAR 635-005-0650 through 635-005-0675) No specific permit is required; however, commercial boat and individual or crew member license requirements still apply.
- Unlawful to retain canary rockfish, yelloweye rockfish, or any species of thornyheads.
- 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 shrimp (edible) can I keep in Oregon?
20 lbs. in shell.
When is shrimp (edible) season in Oregon?
Entire year and at all hours (exceptions are listed under “Harvest methods and restrictions” in the table below) and except when any state agency has issued a public health advisory. HEALTH ADVISORIES: Crabbing and clamming occasionally can be closed due to elevated levels of biotoxins or other health issues.. Whether it is open on a specific day can change by emergency rule — check today's status in the app.
More crabs, lobster & shrimp in Oregon
- Dungeness crab
- European green crab
- Red rock crab
- Sand and mole crabs, kelp and sand worms, mud and ghost shrimp
All Oregon saltwater fishing regulations →
Source: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Most anglers need a Oregon saltwater license or registry: get one here.