Freshwater Fishing Regulations
View or Print the 2020-21 Fishing Regulations Guide
The 2020/21 Fishing Regulations Guide contains the fishing regulations that are in effect from April 1, 2020 through March 31, 2021. In order to reduce printing costs, the guide was printed in a magazine format with advertising.
Printable PDF
New York Freshwater Fishing Regulations Guide: 2020/21 (PDF, 9.7MB)
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How to find freshwater fishing regulations
- Review the Statewide Angling Regulations.
- Review Special Regulations by County.
- Review any appropriate special waters regulations:
- If the water you intend to fish is not among the waters named above or in the Special Regulations by County, then Statewide Angling Regulations apply.
- Review:
Other Considerations While Fishing
Fish Health Advisories (leaves DEC website) - be better informed about the fish you may keep and eat.
Fish Health Regulations - understand the regulations designed to protect healthy fish populations.
Fishing Responsibly in New York State - tips on reducing your impact on the environment and reporting fishing violations.
Fish Health Collectors
Review the Fish Health Collectors List page for a list of people certified to collect fish for disease testing.
