The daily trout limit for Rhode Island varies by season. From April 11 to November 30, the daily trout limit is five fish. From December 1 to February 29, the daily trout limit is two fish. All harvested trout must measure at least eight inches in length. There is no harvesting of trout during the closed season which occurs from March 1 to April 10.
In this article, we will review the 2024 regulations for both saltwater and freshwater fishing in Rhode Island.
Rhode Island Saltwater Fishing Regulations 2024
All recreational saltwater anglers over the age of fifteen, whether resident or non-resident, are required to possess a valid Rhode Island saltwater fishing license which can be obtained from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management. Those with reciprocal saltwater fishing licenses from Massachusetts, Maine, New York, or Connecticut, and Rhode Island residents older than 64 are exempt.
All recreational fishermen must abide by the daily bag limits, size limits, and seasons of the species they are fishing for. Gear regulations for traps, baskets, and nets are also in place. Find all of these rules on the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management’s website.
Rhode Island Freshwater Fishing Regulations 2024
All freshwater anglers over the age of fourteen, whether resident or non-resident, are required to possess a valid Rhode Island freshwater fishing license which can be obtained from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management. Anyone fishing for trout must also obtain a trout permit.
Corn bait and chumming are prohibited in trout waters. Certain lakes, ponds, and streams have specified daily bag limits for certain species which must be heeded by all anglers. Trout waters and designated freshwater bodies are outlined in the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management’s fishing regulations document.
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