New York state waters, out to 3 miles
NY DEC 2026 · checked · the official rulebook is the final word
Past 3 miles: federal waters Different rule
2026 bag limits raised by 2 fish (from 3/5) effective early 2026; no federal size limit.
NOAA GARFO / MAFMC 2026 · checked 2026-09-20
New York state record
NYSDEC Marine Recreational Angler Records · checked 2026-09-04
How to tell it
Chopper jaw full of visible teeth, greenish back, forked tail; snapping at everything. More on the bluefish page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
Questions anglers ask5
What is the size limit for bluefish in New York?
No size limit.
How many bluefish can you keep in New York?
5 (7 on party/charter).
When is bluefish season in New York?
Open year-round.
What is the New York record bluefish?
25 lb (1998).
How current is this New York bluefish rule?
Source: NY DEC 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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