Fishing Regulations in Maryland
Size limits, bag limits, and seasons by species in Maryland.
Maryland's Department of Natural Resources manages the Chesapeake Bay's striped bass alongside western trout streams and bass and panfish statewide. Striped bass and other Bay species carry seasons and slot limits that change through the year, so check the current rules for your target before you keep one.
39 species with limits7 special regulation bodies of water
Notable waters
Chesapeake Bay and Tidal TributariesNontidal Lakes and PondsNontidal Rivers and StreamsChesapeake BayDeep Creek LakePotomac RiverYoughiogheny River downstream of Route 42 bridge
Statewide
Year-round
Min size12"Daily bag5Possession10
Season: Jun 16–Last Day of February for harvest; C&R always permitted
Combined With: Smallmouth Bass
Always confirm with the official state agency before keeping a fish. Regulations can change and local exceptions may apply.
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