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Trout (brook/brown/rainbow) fishing rules in NJ

Trout (brook/brown/rainbow)trout

NJ sets official Trout (brook/brown/rainbow) bag limits, size limits, and season dates. See the current numbers below.

Verified June 7, 2026 · Official source →

Reviewed

Length

Minimum length: 9"

Daily bag

Season

Open Apr 5; stocked-water closure Mar 17–Apr 5

Other species in NJ

Largemouth/smallmouth bass Walleye Channel catfish Crappie (black & white)

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