Welcome to Jersey Shore Crabbing
🦀 Your next crabbing adventure starts here!
Check out the crabbing location listings, post a review of your favorites, read our recommendations for crabbing supplies, and don’t forget about New Jersey’s crabbing rules & regulations!
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📏 NJ Blue Crab Size Limits
Measured point-to-point across the widest part of the top shell (tip of lateral spine to spine).
Hard Crabs
Minimum size. Standard hard-shell crab. Must be full and firm.
Soft Crabs
Minimum size. Soft, paper-thin shell right after molting.
Peelers / Shedders
Minimum size. Look for the distinct color line on the back fin paddle.
Critical NJ Law: Sponge Crabs
It is 100% ILLEGAL to harvest, keep, or possess female blue crabs carrying yellow, brown, or black egg sacks on their underside (sponge crabs). You must carefully release them back into the water immediately, no exceptions!
💡 Pro-Tip for Beginners: Always measure straight across the top shell back spine-to-spine using a rigid metal caliper tool. Do not include the claws or legs!