What special fishing regulations apply at Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin?

Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin carries 4 special-regulation overlays that override New Hampshire's statewide 2026 rules, covering Brook trout (native Eastern brook trout), Rainbow trout, and Brown trout. One of them reads: "Premier New England wild brook + brown trout tailwater on cold-water releases from Umbagog Lake via Errol Dam; standard regs with Trophy Stretch catch-and-release reaches; rainbow + brown + brook trout; one of NH's most-celebrated trout rivers." Every overlay on this water body is listed in full above.

Do I need a fishing license to fish Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin?

Yes. Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin is in New Hampshire, so a valid New Hampshire fishing license is required just as it is anywhere else in the state, issued by New Hampshire Fish & Game Department (NHF&G) — Inland Fisheries Division + Marine Fisheries Division. The special regulations on this page change the bag, size, slot, or gear rules for Androscoggin River; they do not waive the license requirement. Free-fishing days and youth exemptions follow the statewide New Hampshire rules.

Do Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin's special rules replace New Hampshire's statewide limits?

Only where they conflict. New Hampshire's statewide 2026 regulations apply on Androscoggin River by default; the overlays above replace the matching statewide rules for the species or gear they name, while everything not specifically overridden still follows the statewide rule. When a water-body rule and the statewide rule disagree, the water-body rule wins.

Which species have special rules on Androscoggin River?

Brook trout (native Eastern brook trout), Rainbow trout, and Brown trout have a water-body-specific rule on Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin, each linking to its full New Hampshire regulations above. Species not listed here follow the statewide New Hampshire limits.

2026 regulation year

Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin 2026 — New Hampshire Fishing Regulations

New Hampshire statewide rules apply unless overridden below.

Last updated June 5, 2026

Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin carries 4 special-regulation overlays on top of New Hampshire's 2026 fishing rules — covering Brook trout (native Eastern brook trout), Rainbow trout, Brown trout. Verify the agency booklet before launching: in-season changes are not yet wired to this page.

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State-level special regulation

Premier New England wild brook + brown trout tailwater on cold-water releases from Umbagog Lake via Errol Dam; standard regs with Trophy Stretch catch-and-release reaches; rainbow + brown + brook trout; one of NH's most-celebrated trout rivers
Source: New Hampshire special-water list

Per-species rules on Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin

Brook trout (native Eastern brook trout) regulations →
Premier NH wild brook + brown trout tailwater on cold-water releases from Umbagog Lake
Rainbow trout regulations →
5 / 5 lb combined trout, no min; premier tailwater; Trophy Stretch C&R reaches
Brown trout regulations →
5 / 5 lb combined trout, no min; premier wild brown trout tailwater on Umbagog cold releases

Official source

New Hampshire Fish & Game Department (NHF&G) — Inland Fisheries Division + Marine Fisheries Division publishes the authoritative 2026 New Hampshire fishing regulations. Special-regulation lakes and rivers are listed in the agency booklet — always verify before fishing.

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Emergency-order channel

In-season closures, slot-limit changes, and run-count-driven harvest pauses are posted to New Hampshire Fish & Game Department's emergency-order feed — check it before any New Hampshire trip during the active season.

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Frequently asked questions

What special fishing regulations apply at Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin?: Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin carries 4 special-regulation overlays that override New Hampshire's statewide 2026 rules, covering Brook trout (native Eastern brook trout), Rainbow trout, and Brown trout. One of them reads: "Premier New England wild brook + brown trout tailwater on cold-water releases from Umbagog Lake via Errol Dam; standard regs with Trophy Stretch catch-and-release reaches; rainbow + brown + brook trout; one of NH's most-celebrated trout rivers." Every overlay on this water body is listed in full above.
Do I need a fishing license to fish Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin?: Yes. Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin is in New Hampshire, so a valid New Hampshire fishing license is required just as it is anywhere else in the state, issued by New Hampshire Fish & Game Department (NHF&G) — Inland Fisheries Division + Marine Fisheries Division. The special regulations on this page change the bag, size, slot, or gear rules for Androscoggin River; they do not waive the license requirement. Free-fishing days and youth exemptions follow the statewide New Hampshire rules.
Do Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin's special rules replace New Hampshire's statewide limits?: Only where they conflict. New Hampshire's statewide 2026 regulations apply on Androscoggin River by default; the overlays above replace the matching statewide rules for the species or gear they name, while everything not specifically overridden still follows the statewide rule. When a water-body rule and the statewide rule disagree, the water-body rule wins.
Which species have special rules on Androscoggin River?: Brook trout (native Eastern brook trout), Rainbow trout, and Brown trout have a water-body-specific rule on Androscoggin River — Errol to Berlin, each linking to its full New Hampshire regulations above. Species not listed here follow the statewide New Hampshire limits.

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