Minnesota Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in Minnesota.
Minnesota Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in Minnesota. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
3 species
Game Birds
6 species
Fish Species
4 species
Total Species
15
Big Game
3 species in Minnesota
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed Deer | 1 | - | Per license held | Intensive harvest areas have liberal limits |
| Black Bear | 1 | - | 1 per year | Quota areas; must register |
| Moose | 1 | - | 1 per lifetime | Once-in-lifetime permit |
Upland Birds
4 species in Minnesota
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 1 | - | 2 per year | Spring and fall seasons |
| Pheasant | 3 | 9 | - | SW Minnesota best habitat |
| Grouse | 5 | 10 | - | Ruffed grouse; Northwoods |
| Dove | 15 | 45 | - | - |
Fish
4 species in Minnesota
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | 6 | - | - | Varies by water | - |
| Northern Pike | 3 | - | - | 24" minimum most waters | - |
| Smallmouth Bass | 6 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Muskie | 1 | - | - | 54" minimum | - |
Minnesota Special Notes
Minnesota moose permit is once-in-a-lifetime. Plan carefully when applying.
Minnesota Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 15 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
-
- White-tailed Deer
- Black Bear
- Moose
- Wildlife Agency
- Minnesota 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
Minnesota Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in Minnesota
What is the deer bag limit in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, the daily deer limit is 1 with a season limit of Per license held. Intensive harvest areas have liberal limits
What big game can I hunt in Minnesota?
Minnesota regulates: White-tailed Deer, Black Bear, Moose. Each species carries its own daily, possession, and (where applicable) season limit on the table above.
What are the headline fishing limits in Minnesota?
Top species in Minnesota: Walleye 6/day (Varies by water); Northern Pike 3/day (24" minimum most waters); Smallmouth Bass 6/day (12" minimum). Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there Minnesota-specific regulations to flag?
Minnesota moose permit is once-in-a-lifetime. Plan carefully when applying.
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