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Shinnecock East Bay

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New York, United States

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Crevalle jack

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Bluefish

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General info

Shinnecock East Bay is an inshore water located in Suffolk County, New York, United States. It is most popular for fishing Bluefish, Yellowfin tuna, and Summer flounder.

Location

40°52′53.1″N 72°30′1.4″W
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Fishing regulations at Shinnecock East Bay, NY

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in New York can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Bluefish

Bluefish

Regulation boundaryNew York State Waters
Bag limit3

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Additional information
Open season all year. No size limit. The bluefish bag limit includes "snappers". Bag limit increased to 5 bluefish per person for anglers aboard licensed party/charter boats.
Edibility
Good, but may contain elevated mercury levels. Catch, Clean, Cook Bluefish by DMFD
Synonyms
Pomatomus saltatrix
Season open: year-round
Yellowfin tuna

Yellowfin tuna

Regulation boundaryHighly Migratory Species
Bag limit3

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size27" (Curved Fork Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Curved fork length means the length of a tuna taken in a line tracing the contour of the body from the tip of the upper jaw to the fork of the tail. The measuring tape must pass over (and touch) the pectoral fin and the caudal keel.

Special gear

HMS Tuna

Anglers with an HMS Angling permit may harvest Bigeye, Albacore, Yellowfin, Skipjack using handline, rod and reel, or speargun. Bluefin tuna may only be harvested using handline or rod and reel (no speargun).

Restrictions & requirements

Gigging

Harvest by gigging prohibited.

Snagging

Harvest of this species by snagging (snatch hooking) is prohibited.

Required licenses
Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Angling Permit
Additional information
All tunas must be landed with at least the tail and one pectoral fin attached. The upper and lower lobes of the tail may be removed for storage purposes as long as the fork of the tail remains intact. Any Atlantic tuna that is caught but not kept must be released immediately, without removing it from the water, to improve its chances of survival. Anglers must report all recreational tuna landings. Report all non-tournament recreational Atlantic tuna landings to NMFS within 24 hours by calling 1-800-894-5528 or hmspermits.noaa.gov. You must report recreational landings of tuna in North Carolina by calling 1-800-338-7804. You must report recreational landings of tuna in Maryland by calling 1-410-213-1531. All highly migratory species require an HMS Angling Permit from NOAA Fisheries. Permits are available by calling 1-888-872-8862, or by visiting hmspermits.noaa.gov. No sale permitted for HMS species caught under an HMS Angling Permit. For complete HMS regulations contact NOAA Fisheries HMS Management Division at 1-301-427-8503 or visit www.fisheries.noaa.gov/topic/atlantic-highly-migratory-species
Edibility
Excellent, but may contain high mercury levels. Catch, Clean, Cook Yellowfin Tuna by DMFDSpearfishing Yellowfin Tuna by DMFD
Synonyms
Thunnus albacares, ‘ahi
Season closed: October 16 - May 3
Summer flounder

Summer flounder

Regulation boundaryNew York State Waters
Bag limit3

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size19.5" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Additional information
May 4 - Aug 1: minimum size = 19-inchesAug 2 - Oct 15: minimum size = 19.5-inchesFederal regulations are waived for Summer Flounder, and recreational anglers shall follow regulations for the state in which their catch is landed.Summer flounder may not have heads or tails removed or be otherwise cleaned, cut, filleted or skinned until brought to shore, with the following exception: the white side fillet or white skin only of a legal size fluke may be removed to use as bait. The carcass of the fluke with dark side completely intact must be retained for inspection of size limit and counts against the possession limit.For more information, see NY Recreational saltwater regulations
Synonyms
Fluke, Paralichthys dentatus
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Cities nearby

Southampton

1.3 miles away

Hampton Bays

1.4 miles away

Shinnecock Hills

2.4 miles away

East Quogue

4.7 miles away

Flanders

5.5 miles away

North Sea

6.1 miles away

Jamesport

6.6 miles away

Quogue

6.6 miles away

Laurel

6.9 miles away

Aquebogue

7.3 miles away

New Suffolk

8.0 miles away

Water Mill

8.2 miles away

Mattituck

8.6 miles away

Northville

8.8 miles away

Riverside

9.0 miles away

Westhampton

9.1 miles away

Westhampton Beach

9.1 miles away

Bridgehampton

10.8 miles away

Peconic

11.0 miles away

Noyack

11.1 miles away

Riverhead

11.7 miles away

Remsenburg-Speonk

11.7 miles away

Southold

12.0 miles away

Sagaponack

12.4 miles away

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FAQ about Shinnecock East Bay fishing

📍 Where is Shinnecock East Bay located?
Shinnecock East Bay is an inshore water located in Suffolk County, New York, United States. Its coordinates are:
40°52′53.1″N 72°30′1.4″W
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🎣 Where on Shinnecock East Bay is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Shinnecock East Bay by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Shinnecock East Bay?
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📢 What are the latest Shinnecock East Bay fishing reports?
The latest Shinnecock East Bay fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Shinnecock East Bay right now?
According to fishing regulations at Shinnecock East Bay, some of the species in season this November include: Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Northern pike, Striped bass, and Walleye. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Shinnecock East Bay?

Fishing in New York requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Options include resident and non-resident, annual, daily, and lifetime licenses, available online or at licensed agents statewide.

In New York, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. Residents 70 and older qualify for a discounted license. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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