Daily catch limits, open seasons, and zone rules for New Brunswick — all in one place, and all available offline in the TrueNorthAngler fishing app.
Planning a fishing trip in New Brunswick? This page gives you the general limits and open seasons from the 2026-27 New Brunswick Fish Regulations. For zone-by-zone rules, special regulations, and real-time updates, use the TrueNorthAngler app — every New Brunswick zone's rules are stored offline on your phone.
A directory of 10 popular lakes, rivers, and waters in New Brunswick — with bathymetric depth (where published), key fish species, and the most productive seasons. 3 of 10 have published depth data; depths for the rest are marked “—” until we add them.
| Waterbody | Max depth | Area | Key species | Popular season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tobique Reservoirwaterbody | 38 m / 125 ft | 28 km² | — | Open-water season generally runs May–September, with ice fishing January–March on lakes that freeze safely. Confirm exact open/closed dates for your zone in the TrueNorthAngler app. |
| Mactaquac Reservoirwaterbody | 25 m / 82 ft | 97 km² | — | Open-water season generally runs May–September, with ice fishing January–March on lakes that freeze safely. Confirm exact open/closed dates for your zone in the TrueNorthAngler app. |
| Grand Lakelake | 20 m / 66 ft | 174 km² | Chain PickerelLargemouth Bass | Open-water season generally runs May–September, with ice fishing January–March on lakes that freeze safely. Confirm exact open/closed dates for your zone in the TrueNorthAngler app. |
| Kedgwick Riverwaterbody | — | — | — | Open-water season generally runs May–September, with ice fishing January–March on lakes that freeze safely. Confirm exact open/closed dates for your zone in the TrueNorthAngler app. |
| Mactaquacwaterbody | — | — | — | Open-water season generally runs May–September, with ice fishing January–March on lakes that freeze safely. Confirm exact open/closed dates for your zone in the TrueNorthAngler app. |
| Miramichi Riverriver | — | — | American EelAmerican ShadAtlantic Salmon+7 more | Atlantic salmon: June–September (spring run June–July; grilse run August–September). Striped bass run in May. Hire a guide for salmon — the traditions run deep. |
| Oromocto Riverwaterbody | — | — | — | Open-water season generally runs May–September, with ice fishing January–March on lakes that freeze safely. Confirm exact open/closed dates for your zone in the TrueNorthAngler app. |
| Restigouche Riverwaterbody | — | — | — | Open-water season generally runs May–September, with ice fishing January–March on lakes that freeze safely. Confirm exact open/closed dates for your zone in the TrueNorthAngler app. |
| Saint John Riverwaterbody | — | — | — | Open-water season generally runs May–September, with ice fishing January–March on lakes that freeze safely. Confirm exact open/closed dates for your zone in the TrueNorthAngler app. |
| Tobique Riverwaterbody | — | — | — | Open-water season generally runs May–September, with ice fishing January–March on lakes that freeze safely. Confirm exact open/closed dates for your zone in the TrueNorthAngler app. |
Tap any column header to sort. Italicized seasons are general New Brunswick defaults — confirm exact open/closed dates for your zone in the app.
Detailed write-ups for New Brunswick's most iconic waters — species you'll find, how the fishery changes through the year, and what makes each one special:
The Miramichi produces more Atlantic salmon than any river in North America — it's the spiritual home of Atlantic salmon fly fishing.
These are the general limits and seasons from the 2026-27 New Brunswick Fish Regulations. Zone-specific rules may apply — always confirm on the water with the TrueNorthAngler app, which keeps every zone's rules offline on your phone.
| Species | Daily limit | Open season |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Salmon | 0 | Season varies by river |
| Brook Trout | 5 | Apr 15 (rivers) / May 1 (lakes) |
| Lake Trout | 2 | Apr 15 (rivers) / May 1 (lakes) |
| Smallmouth Bass | 5 | Apr 15 (rivers) / May 1 (lakes) |
| Largemouth Bass | null | Open sport fish season |
| Muskellunge | 5 | Open sport fish season |
| Walleye | null | Open sport fish season |
| Northern Pike | null | Open sport fish season |
| Striped Bass | 1 | Tidal: Jan 1 – Dec 29; non-tidal: closed after Oct 15 |
| Chain Pickerel | 10 | Open sport fish season (tidal: Jan 1 – Dec 30) |
| Yellow Perch | 100 | Open sport fish season (tidal: Jan 1 – Dec 30) |
| American Shad | 5 | Open sport fish season (tidal: no closed season) |
| Gaspereau (Alewife) | 20 | Open sport fish season (tidal: no closed season) |
| American Eel | 10 | Open sport fish season (tidal: Jan 1 – Dec 31) |
| Rainbow Smelt | 60 | Angling tidal: Aug 1 – May 31; dip net tidal: Apr 1 – May 31 |
Learn to identify, find, and catch each species with our in-depth guides — including the best baits for every weather condition:
Yes — anyone 18 to 64 needs a recreational fishing licence to fish in New Brunswick. Licences are issued by the Department of Natural Resources. You can carry your licence digitally in the TrueNorthAngler app's licence wallet — no more scrambling for paper when the warden shows up. See our full guide: Canadian fishing licences explained.
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