Mississippi Fishing Size Limits
Legal minimum sizes and daily limits for fishing in Mississippi. Updated for 2026.
Mississippi Fish Size Limits
Complete guide to legal fish sizes in Mississippi. 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 Mississippi
| Species | Size Limit | Daily Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| | 14" minimum private waters | 10 | - |
| | No minimum | 30 | - |
No Statewide Size Limit
Species with daily limits only (no minimum size)
| Species | Daily Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| | No limit | No statewide minimum size |
- Regulated species
- Largemouth Bass, Crappie, Channel Catfish
- Minimum lengths
- Largemouth Bass 14" minimum private waters | Crappie No minimum
- Daily-limit only
- Channel Catfish
- Issuing agency
- Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
Need the regulatory background? How fish size limits work covers minimums, slots, and proper measurement.
Mississippi Fishing Regulations Overview
State fish and wildlife agency information
- Fish Species
- 3 species with regulations
- Species with Size Limits
-
- Largemouth Bass
- Crappie
- Fish & Wildlife Agency
- Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
Mississippi Fishing Size Limits FAQ
Common questions about fish size regulations in Mississippi
What is the bass size limit in Mississippi?
In Mississippi, largemouth bass has a 14" minimum private waters. The daily limit is 10. Check specific water body regulations as they may vary.
Which fish have size limits in Mississippi?
Mississippi enforces size limits on 2 species including: Largemouth Bass (14" minimum private waters), Crappie (No minimum). Always verify current regulations before fishing.
Which Mississippi fish have daily limits but no size minimum?
One species is managed in Mississippi by daily creel limit only: Channel Catfish (No limit).
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