Massachusetts Fishing Size Limits
Legal minimum sizes and daily limits for fishing in Massachusetts. Updated for 2026.
Massachusetts Fish Size Limits
Complete guide to legal fish sizes in Massachusetts. Find minimum sizes, slot limits, and daily limits for all regulated species. Updated for 2026.
Fish Species
4
With Size Limits
3
No Size Limit
1
Updated
2026
Fish Size Limits
3 species with minimum size requirements in Massachusetts
| Species | Size Limit | Daily Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| | 12" minimum | 5 | - |
| | 12" minimum | 5 | - |
| | 28" minimum or slot | 1 | - |
No Statewide Size Limit
Species with daily limits only (no minimum size)
| Species | Daily Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| | 3 | Catch-and-release on designated waters |
- Regulated species
- Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Trout, Striped Bass
- Minimum lengths
- Largemouth Bass 12" minimum | Smallmouth Bass 12" minimum | Striped Bass 28" minimum or slot
- Daily-limit only
- Trout
- Issuing agency
- Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife
Need the regulatory background? How fish size limits work covers minimums, slots, and proper measurement.
Massachusetts Fishing Regulations Overview
State fish and wildlife agency information
- Fish Species
- 4 species with regulations
- Species with Size Limits
-
- Largemouth Bass
- Smallmouth Bass
- Striped Bass
- Fish & Wildlife Agency
- Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
Massachusetts Fishing Size Limits FAQ
Common questions about fish size regulations in Massachusetts
What is the bass size limit in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, largemouth bass has a 12" minimum. The daily limit is 5. Check specific water body regulations as they may vary.
What is the trout size limit in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts trout regulations: varies by water. Daily limit is 3. Catch-and-release on designated waters
Which fish have size limits in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts enforces size limits on 3 species including: Largemouth Bass (12" minimum), Smallmouth Bass (12" minimum), Striped Bass (28" minimum or slot). Always verify current regulations before fishing.
Which Massachusetts fish have daily limits but no size minimum?
One species is managed in Massachusetts by daily creel limit only: Trout (3).
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