New Hampshire

A nonresident annual fishing license in New Hampshire costs $63.00. For comparison, New Hampshire residents pay $45.00. Short-term options: 1 Day Resident: $10.00; 1 Day Nonresident: $15.00; 3 Day Nonresident: $28.00; 7 Day Nonresident: $35.00. The license year runs January 1 - December 31.

Purchase your New Hampshire fishing license online at https://www.nhfishandgame.com/. Valid ID; 16+ must have license. Licenses are administered by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.

Under 16 exempt; Residents 68+ $7; specific military exemptions. Always check the official New Hampshire website for the most current exemption details and any additional categories that may qualify.

Saltwater license $11 (separate from freshwater); $1 fisheries habitat fee included in freshwater license. Be sure to purchase any required stamps or endorsements before heading out, as they are often checked during enforcement.

Fishing seasons in New Hampshire: General freshwater season varies by species; ice fishing season separate. Bag limits: Varies by species and water body; check regulations. Always consult the current New Hampshire fishing regulations for the most up-to-date season dates and limits, as they can change annually.

Specific regulations for Great Ponds; catch-and-release areas; fly fishing only waters. For the complete set of rules including gear restrictions, size limits, and special waters, visit the official New Hampshire fish and wildlife website.

New Hampshire has the following border water or reciprocal agreements: Connecticut River border with Vermont; Lake Champlain shared (NH has no Lake Champlain access but borders VT). Rhode Island is not directly included in these agreements, so a standard nonresident license is required.

For the most current regulations, license prices, and season dates, visit the official New Hampshire fishing page at https://www.wildlife.nh.gov/licenses-and-permits/license-prices. To purchase a license online, visit https://www.nhfishandgame.com/.