NJDEP Fish & Wildlife has two Free Fishing Days each year. The first will be held on June 3, 2023. This day is part of the National Fishing and Boating Week which highlights the importance of recreational boating and fishing to enhance peoples’ quality of life and to preserve our country’s natural beauty. The second Free Fishing Day will occur after fall trout stocking on October 21, 2023 to bring attention to this great fishing opportunity. On these two days, only residents may fish New Jersey’s public fresh waters without a license or trout stamp. All other regulations, including size and daily catch limits, remain in effect.

For more information, please visit Free Fishing Days at New Jersey Fish & Wildlife.