California Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in California.
California Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in California. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
4 species
Game Birds
6 species
Fish Species
3 species
Total Species
13
Big Game
4 species in California
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black-tailed Deer | 1 | - | Varies by tag type | A, B, X, and other zone tags available |
| Mule Deer | 1 | - | 1-2 per year | Premium hunts require draw |
| Wild Pig | No limit | - | - | Year-round on private land; tag required |
| Black Bear | 1 | - | 1 per year | Tag required; no baiting/hounds |
Upland Birds
4 species in California
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 1 | - | 3 per year | Bearded turkeys only |
| Dove | 15 | 45 | - | Combined mourning and white-winged |
| Pheasant | 3 | 9 | - | Cocks only |
| Quail | 10 | 30 | - | California, mountain, and Gambels |
Fish
3 species in California
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | 5 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Rainbow Trout | 5 | - | - | Varies by water | - |
| Striped Bass | 2 | - | - | 18" minimum | - |
California Special Notes
California has complex zone regulations. Always verify your specific hunting zone rules.
California Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 13 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
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- Black-tailed Deer
- Mule Deer
- Wild Pig
- Black Bear
- Wildlife Agency
- California Department of Fish and Wildlife
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
California Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in California
What is the deer bag limit in California?
In California, the daily deer limit is 1 with a season limit of Varies by tag type. A, B, X, and other zone tags available
What big game can I hunt in California?
California regulates: Black-tailed Deer, Mule Deer, Black Bear. Each species carries its own daily, possession, and (where applicable) season limit on the table above.
What are the headline fishing limits in California?
Top species in California: Largemouth Bass 5/day (12" minimum); Rainbow Trout 5/day (Varies by water); Striped Bass 2/day (18" minimum). Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there California-specific regulations to flag?
California has complex zone regulations. Always verify your specific hunting zone rules.
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