A sunrise opening
Orleans plans to open its Thanksgiving oyster harvest at sunrise November 22, 2026. The harvest area is off Route 28 Landing in Pleasant Bay, reachable from shore at low tide. Use the town’s marked map and check tides and current shellfish notices before going.
Permits and limits
A valid Orleans family permit allows one 10-quart basket per week. Commercial permit holders have the same allowance for family use only. Oysters must measure at least three inches. These conditions come from the town’s November 9 announcement.
