Maryland Fishing Size Limits
Legal minimum sizes and daily limits for fishing in Maryland. Updated for 2026.
Maryland Fish Size Limits
Complete guide to legal fish sizes in Maryland. Find minimum sizes, slot limits, and daily limits for all regulated species. Updated for 2026.
Fish Species
3
With Size Limits
2
No Size Limit
1
Updated
2026
Fish Size Limits
2 species with minimum size requirements in Maryland
| Species | Size Limit | Daily Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| | 12" minimum | 5 | - |
| | 19" minimum | 2 | Chesapeake regulations specific |
No Statewide Size Limit
Species with daily limits only (no minimum size)
| Species | Daily Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| | No limit | Invasive; encouraged to harvest |
- Regulated species
- Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, Blue Catfish
- Minimum lengths
- Largemouth Bass 12" minimum | Striped Bass 19" minimum
- Daily-limit only
- Blue Catfish
- Issuing agency
- Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Need the regulatory background? How fish size limits work covers minimums, slots, and proper measurement.
Maryland Fishing Regulations Overview
State fish and wildlife agency information
- Fish Species
- 3 species with regulations
- Species with Size Limits
-
- Largemouth Bass
- Striped Bass
- Fish & Wildlife Agency
- Maryland Department of Natural Resources
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
Maryland Fishing Size Limits FAQ
Common questions about fish size regulations in Maryland
What is the bass size limit in Maryland?
In Maryland, largemouth bass has a 12" minimum. The daily limit is 5. Check specific water body regulations as they may vary.
Which fish have size limits in Maryland?
Maryland enforces size limits on 2 species including: Largemouth Bass (12" minimum), Striped Bass (19" minimum). Always verify current regulations before fishing.
Which Maryland fish have daily limits but no size minimum?
One species is managed in Maryland by daily creel limit only: Blue Catfish (No limit).
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