Indiana Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in Indiana.
Indiana Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in Indiana. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
1 species
Game Birds
6 species
Fish Species
5 species
Total Species
14
Big Game
1 species in Indiana
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed Deer | 1 | - | Per license held | Bonus antlerless tags available |
Upland Birds
4 species in Indiana
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 1 | - | 1 per season type | - |
| Pheasant | 2 | 4 | - | Limited opportunity; stocked birds |
| Quail | 5 | 10 | - | Limited native populations |
| Dove | 15 | 45 | - | - |
Fish
5 species in Indiana
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | 5 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Smallmouth Bass | 5 | - | - | 14" minimum | - |
| Channel Catfish | No limit | - | - | - | - |
| Walleye | 4 | - | - | 14" minimum | - |
| Bluegill | 25 | - | - | - | - |
Indiana Special Notes
Indiana allows firearms for deer only during specific gun seasons. Muzzleloader and archery more liberal.
Indiana Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 14 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
-
- White-tailed Deer
- Wildlife Agency
- Indiana 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
Indiana Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in Indiana
What is the deer bag limit in Indiana?
In Indiana, the daily deer limit is 1 with a season limit of Per license held. Bonus antlerless tags available
What are the headline fishing limits in Indiana?
Top species in Indiana: Largemouth Bass 5/day (12" minimum); Smallmouth Bass 5/day (14" minimum); Channel Catfish No limit/day; Walleye 4/day (14" minimum). Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there Indiana-specific regulations to flag?
Indiana allows firearms for deer only during specific gun seasons. Muzzleloader and archery more liberal.
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