Pennsylvania Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in Pennsylvania. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
3 species
Game Birds
7 species
Fish Species
4 species
Total Species
16
Big Game
3 species in Pennsylvania
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed Deer | 1 | - | Per license held | Antlerless permits by WMU lottery |
| Black Bear | 1 | - | 1 per year | Large population; multiple seasons |
| Elk | 1 | - | 1 per lifetime | North-central PA; limited draw |
Upland Birds
4 species in Pennsylvania
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 1 | - | 2 per year | Spring bearded; fall either sex |
| Pheasant | 2 | 4 | - | Stocked on state game lands |
| Grouse | 2 | 4 | - | Challenging; declining populations |
| Dove | 15 | 45 | - | - |
Fish
4 species in Pennsylvania
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | 6 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Smallmouth Bass | 6 | - | - | 15" minimum | - |
| Trout | 5 | - | - | 7" minimum | Stocked and wild trout waters |
| Walleye | 6 | - | - | 15" minimum | - |
Pennsylvania Special Notes
Pennsylvania antlerless permits use DMAP application. Apply early for preferred WMUs.
Pennsylvania Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 16 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
-
- White-tailed Deer
- Black Bear
- Elk
- Wildlife Agency
- Pennsylvania Game Commission / Fish and Boat Commission
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
Pennsylvania Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in Pennsylvania
What is the deer bag limit in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, the daily deer limit is 1 with a season limit of Per license held. Antlerless permits by WMU lottery
What big game can I hunt in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania regulates: White-tailed Deer, Black Bear, Elk. Each species carries its own daily, possession, and (where applicable) season limit on the table above.
What are the headline fishing limits in Pennsylvania?
Top species in Pennsylvania: Largemouth Bass 6/day (12" minimum); Smallmouth Bass 6/day (15" minimum); Trout 5/day (7" minimum); Walleye 6/day (15" minimum). Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there Pennsylvania-specific regulations to flag?
Pennsylvania antlerless permits use DMAP application. Apply early for preferred WMUs.
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