Can I Keep?Haddock Regulations by State (2026)
Recreational haddock size limits, bag limits and seasons in 5 US coastal states, each from the state's fishery agency. Where a state has several rules, the first is shown; open the state for all of them.
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| State | Size limit | Bag limit | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maine | Minimum size 17 inches. | 15 fish per angler per day. | Cannot possess from March 1 through March 31 inclusive. |
| Massachusetts (4 rules) | Min: 17" | 15 fish | Apr 1 - Feb 28 |
| New Hampshire | 17 inches minimum total length (Table 603.02 Recreational Size Limits) | 15 per person | (q) From March 1 through March 31, no person shall take or possess… |
| New York | 18" | No limit | All year |
| Rhode Island | 18" | No limit | 1/1 - 12/31 |