Maryland Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in Maryland.
Maryland Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in Maryland. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
3 species
Game Birds
6 species
Fish Species
3 species
Total Species
14
Big Game
3 species in Maryland
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed Deer | 2 | - | Liberal limits | Antlerless encouragement; region-specific |
| Sika Deer | 2 | - | See regulations | Eastern Shore specialty |
| Black Bear | 1 | - | 1 per year | Western MD only; limited season |
Upland Birds
4 species in Maryland
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 1 | - | 2 per year | Bearded birds only |
| Pheasant | 2 | 4 | - | Stocked on state lands |
| Quail | 6 | 12 | - | - |
| Dove | 15 | 45 | - | - |
Fish
3 species in Maryland
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | 5 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Striped Bass | 2 | - | - | 19" minimum | Chesapeake regulations specific |
| Blue Catfish | No limit | - | - | - | Invasive; encouraged to harvest |
Maryland Special Notes
Maryland Chesapeake Bay offers excellent waterfowl and striped bass. Sika deer unique opportunity.
Maryland Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 14 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
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- White-tailed Deer
- Sika Deer
- Black Bear
- Wildlife Agency
- Maryland 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
Maryland Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in Maryland
What is the deer bag limit in Maryland?
In Maryland, the daily deer limit is 2 with a season limit of Liberal limits. Antlerless encouragement; region-specific
What big game can I hunt in Maryland?
Maryland regulates: White-tailed Deer, Sika 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 Maryland?
Top species in Maryland: Largemouth Bass 5/day (12" minimum); Striped Bass 2/day (19" minimum); Blue Catfish No limit/day. Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there Maryland-specific regulations to flag?
Maryland Chesapeake Bay offers excellent waterfowl and striped bass. Sika deer unique opportunity.
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