Can I Keep?Cod Regulations in Rhode Island (2026)
Recreational cod rules in Rhode Island saltwater, as published by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, Division of Marine Fisheries. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Size limit
NA
Bag limit
Prohibited
Season
1/1 - 12/31
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Recreational Cod rules in Rhode Island
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- NA
- Bag limit
- Prohibited
- Season
- 1/1 - 12/31
Commercial rules
Show 1 commercial rule
- Where
- Statewide
- Size limit
- 19"
- Bag limit
- Closed; Vessels with a federal permit and in a NOAA Sector: See Federal Regulations.
- Season
- 5/1 - 4/30
Quick answers
What is the cod size limit in Rhode Island?
NA.
How many cod can I keep in Rhode Island?
Prohibited.
When is cod season in Rhode Island?
1/1 - 12/31. Whether it is open on a specific day can change by emergency rule — check today's status in the app.
More groundfish & flatfish in Rhode Island
- American plaice (dab)
- Haddock
- Monkfish (Goosefish)
- Pollock
- Skate
- Summer Flounder (Fluke)
- Winter Flounder (Blackback)
- Witch Flounder (Gray Sole)
- Yellowtail Flounder
All Rhode Island saltwater fishing regulations →
Source: Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, Division of Marine Fisheries. Most anglers need a Rhode Island saltwater license or registry: get one here.