Free Fishing Days
June 7 and Oct. 18, 2025
No License Needed!
NJDEP Fish & Wildlife has split the Free Fishing Days. The first will be held on June 7, 2025. This day is part of 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 18, 2025 to bring attention to this great fishing opportunity. On these two days, NJ 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.
