Massachusetts

A nonresident annual fishing license in Massachusetts costs $50.00. For comparison, Massachusetts residents pay $40.00. Short-term options: 3 Day Resident: $20.00. The license year runs January 1 - December 31.

Purchase your Massachusetts fishing license online at https://www.mass.gov/how-to/buy-your-freshwater-fishing-license. Valid ID; gradual fee increases through 2026. Licenses are administered by the MassWildlife (Division of Fisheries & Wildlife).

Residents 15-17 free; Residents 70+ free; nonresident minor (15-17) $8. Always check the official Massachusetts website for the most current exemption details and any additional categories that may qualify.

Wildlands Conservation Stamp $5 (added to first resident license purchase and all nonresident licenses); Quabbin/Wachusett stamps for specific reservoirs. Be sure to purchase any required stamps or endorsements before heading out, as they are often checked during enforcement.

Fishing seasons in Massachusetts: General freshwater season varies by species; trout stocking schedules posted. Bag limits: Trout: 3/day most waters; Bass: varies; check regulations. Always consult the current Massachusetts fishing regulations for the most up-to-date season dates and limits, as they can change annually.

Catch-and-release only waters; fly fishing only areas; Quabbin Reservoir special regulations. For the complete set of rules including gear restrictions, size limits, and special waters, visit the official Massachusetts fish and wildlife website.

For the most current regulations, license prices, and season dates, visit the official Massachusetts fishing page at https://www.mass.gov/info-details/license-types-and-fees. To purchase a license online, visit https://www.mass.gov/how-to/buy-your-freshwater-fishing-license.