New York Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in New York.
New York Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in New York. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
2 species
Game Birds
6 species
Fish Species
5 species
Total Species
15
Big Game
2 species in New York
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed Deer | 1 | - | Per tag held | WMU-specific antlerless permits |
| Black Bear | 1 | - | 1 per year | Adirondacks and Catskills |
Upland Birds
3 species in New York
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 2 | - | 2 per year | Spring only; 1 per day max |
| Pheasant | 2 | 4 | - | Stocked birds |
| Grouse | 4 | 8 | - | - |
Fish
5 species in New York
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | 5 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Smallmouth Bass | 5 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Walleye | 5 | - | - | 15" minimum | - |
| Lake Trout | 3 | - | - | - | Finger Lakes and Adirondacks |
| Striped Bass | 1 | - | - | 28" minimum | Hudson River and coastal |
New York Special Notes
New York has Wildlife Management Units (WMU) with specific deer regulations. Check your unit.
New York Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 15 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
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- White-tailed Deer
- Black Bear
- Wildlife Agency
- New York Department of Environmental Conservation
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
New York Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in New York
What is the deer bag limit in New York?
In New York, the daily deer limit is 1 with a season limit of Per tag held. WMU-specific antlerless permits
What are the headline fishing limits in New York?
Top species in New York: Largemouth Bass 5/day (12" minimum); Smallmouth Bass 5/day (12" minimum); Walleye 5/day (15" minimum); Lake Trout 3/day. Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there New York-specific regulations to flag?
New York has Wildlife Management Units (WMU) with specific deer regulations. Check your unit.
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