Connecticut summer flounder season ends after Oct. 15

Connecticut’s recreational summer flounder (fluke) season closes after Oct. 15 under Department of Energy and Environmental Protection marine species rules. The season was open May 4 through Aug. 1 at a 19-inch minimum, then Aug. 2 through Oct. 15 at a 19.5-inch minimum, with a daily creel of three fish. Enhanced Opportunity Shore sites carry a 17-inch minimum.

Fall tautog (blackfish) stays open Oct. 10 through Nov. 28 at three fish and a 16-inch minimum. Spring and summer tautog periods are also listed on the species sheet. Saltwater News on Oct. 11, 2026, also noted that Connecticut and New York fluke close after Oct. 15.

This is a The Gillnet news desk summary, not a reprint.

Source: CT DEEP — Saltwater fishing guide, species regulations. Also: Saltwater News — CT and NY fluke close after Oct. 15 (Oct. 11, 2026).