Coastal NH - Marine Resources

Saltwater Fishing License Requirement

All persons age 16 and older recreationally fishing in coastal and estuarine waters of the state must purchase a NH Saltwater Recreational Fishing License. This includes anglers, spearfishers and persons using other gear types who wish to take, possess, or transport marine finfish for personal use and which are not sold.

Coastal Focus

• CARES Act: Marine and Coastal Fisheries Assistance from COVID-19 Effects
• Public and Fishing Industry Encouraged to Watch for Drifter Monitoring Equipment
• Atlantic Herring Spawning Closure & Days Out for Season 2
• New Rules in Effect for Striped Bass and Bluefish Anglers

Marine Permit and License Applications

 

• NH Saltwater Recreational Fishing License, including softshell clam and oyster (NH residents only)
• Mail-in license applications

 

Marine Species in New Hampshire

 

Waters within 3 miles of New Hampshire's coast provide essential habitat for many species. Read about Saltwater Fish Species in NH.