Maine state waters, out to 3 miles
Unlawful to angle, take, or possess Atlantic salmon in all Maine waters including coastal waters; release incidental catch immediately without removing it from the water.
ME DMR 2026 · checked · the official rulebook is the final word
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Silver with X-shaped black spots above the lateral line and a slim tail wrist. More on the Atlantic salmon page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
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Can you keep Atlantic salmon in Maine?
No. Harvest is prohibited in Maine. Release it in the water where you can. Unlawful to angle, take, or possess Atlantic salmon in all Maine waters including coastal waters; release incidental catch immediately without removing it from the water.
How current is this Maine Atlantic salmon rule?
Source: ME DMR 2026, last checked Sep 20, 2026. A watchman re-reads the agency's pages nightly. Rules change mid-season by proclamation; the official rulebook is the final word.
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