Maine Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in Maine.
Maine Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in Maine. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
3 species
Game Birds
6 species
Fish Species
4 species
Total Species
14
Big Game
3 species in Maine
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed Deer | 1 | - | Per permit held | Any-deer permits by zone lottery |
| Moose | 1 | - | 1 per year | Highly competitive draw; guide required for NR |
| Black Bear | 1 | - | 1 per year | Baiting legal; excellent populations |
Upland Birds
3 species in Maine
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 2 | - | 2 per year | Bearded birds; 1 per season type |
| Grouse | 4 | 8 | - | Ruffed and spruce grouse |
| Pheasant | 2 | 4 | - | Stocked birds only |
Small Game
1 species in Maine
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rabbit | 4 | 8 | - | - |
Fish
4 species in Maine
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smallmouth Bass | 5 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Largemouth Bass | 5 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Brook Trout | 5 | - | - | 6" minimum | - |
| Salmon | 2 | - | - | - | Landlocked salmon; water-specific rules |
Maine Special Notes
Maine moose permits are lottery-only. Non-residents must use registered guide.
Maine Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 14 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
-
- White-tailed Deer
- Moose
- Black Bear
- Wildlife Agency
- Maine Department of Inland 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
Maine Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in Maine
What is the deer bag limit in Maine?
In Maine, the daily deer limit is 1 with a season limit of Per permit held. Any-deer permits by zone lottery
What big game can I hunt in Maine?
Maine regulates: White-tailed Deer, Moose, 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 Maine?
Top species in Maine: Smallmouth Bass 5/day (12" minimum); Largemouth Bass 5/day (12" minimum); Brook Trout 5/day (6" minimum); Salmon 2/day. Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there Maine-specific regulations to flag?
Maine moose permits are lottery-only. Non-residents must use registered guide.
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