Rhode Island Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in Rhode Island.
Rhode Island Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in Rhode Island. Updated for the current season.
Big Game
1 species
Game Birds
6 species
Fish Species
4 species
Total Species
13
Big Game
1 species in Rhode Island
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed Deer | 2 | - | Liberal limits | Antlerless encouraged |
Upland Birds
3 species in Rhode Island
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 1 | - | 2 per year | Bearded birds |
| Pheasant | 2 | 4 | - | Stocked birds |
| Grouse | 2 | 4 | - | - |
Fish
4 species in Rhode Island
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | 5 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Smallmouth Bass | 5 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Trout | 5 | - | - | 9" minimum | - |
| Striped Bass | 1 | - | - | 28" minimum | - |
Rhode Island Special Notes
Rhode Island is small but offers diverse hunting. Narragansett Bay waterfowl excellent.
Rhode Island Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 13 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
-
- White-tailed Deer
- Wildlife Agency
- Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management
This information is for reference only. Always verify regulations with your state wildlife agency before hunting or fishing.
Last verified: January 2026
Rhode Island Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in Rhode Island
What is the deer bag limit in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, the daily deer limit is 2 with a season limit of Liberal limits. Antlerless encouraged
What are the headline fishing limits in Rhode Island?
Top species in Rhode Island: Largemouth Bass 5/day (12" minimum); Smallmouth Bass 5/day (12" minimum); Trout 5/day (9" minimum); Striped Bass 1/day (28" minimum). Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there Rhode Island-specific regulations to flag?
Rhode Island is small but offers diverse hunting. Narragansett Bay waterfowl excellent.
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