Amendments to the Fish Code have been proposed for 2026-2030. The proposed changes include:
• Removal of the three-week preseason closure to fishing on all trout-stocked lakes and ponds.
• Addition of 23 new trout-stocked waters to the spring trout stocking program, and removal of two waters.
• Addition of one fish species to the potentially dangerous fish species list.
• Modify existing season, size, or creel limits for several fish species.
• Change waters managed as Lunker Bass Lakes and the warmwater Conservation Regulations.
• Modify Trophy Trout Lake regulations.
A complete summary of the proposed changes can be accessed from the DEP Notice of Rule Proposal: https://dep.nj.gov/rules/notice-of-rule-proposals/
More information, including how to submit comments and attend the public hearing on September 10, can be found here: https://dep.nj.gov/njfw/news-2025-08-18-fish-code-amendments-proposed/
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