West Virginia Bag Limits
Complete daily limits, possession limits, and season limits for hunting and fishing in West Virginia.
West Virginia Bag Limits
Complete guide to daily limits, possession limits, season limits, and size restrictions for hunting and fishing in West Virginia. 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 West Virginia
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed Deer | 1 | - | Per stamp held | Class N stamp for antlerless |
| Black Bear | 1 | - | 1 per year | Split seasons |
| Wild Boar | No limit | - | - | Limited populations |
Upland Birds
5 species in West Virginia
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Turkey | 1 | - | 2 per year | Bearded birds |
| Grouse | 3 | 6 | - | Mountain counties |
| Pheasant | 2 | 4 | - | - |
| Dove | 15 | 45 | - | - |
| Quail | 4 | 8 | - | - |
Fish
4 species in West Virginia
| Species | Daily | Possession | Season | Size Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | 6 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Smallmouth Bass | 6 | - | - | 12" minimum | - |
| Trout | 6 | - | - | Varies; catch-and-release on some | - |
| Walleye | 6 | - | - | 15" minimum | - |
West Virginia Special Notes
West Virginia offers excellent bear hunting in remote Appalachian terrain.
West Virginia Regulations Overview
State wildlife agency and regulations information
- Species Covered
- 16 species with regulations
- Big Game Species
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- White-tailed Deer
- Black Bear
- Wild Boar
- Wildlife Agency
- West Virginia Division 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
West Virginia Bag Limits FAQ
Common questions about harvest limits in West Virginia
What is the deer bag limit in West Virginia?
In West Virginia, the daily deer limit is 1 with a season limit of Per stamp held. Class N stamp for antlerless
What are the headline fishing limits in West Virginia?
Top species in West Virginia: Largemouth Bass 6/day (12" minimum); Smallmouth Bass 6/day (12" minimum); Trout 6/day (Varies; catch-and-release on some); Walleye 6/day (15" minimum). Water-body-specific regs can override the statewide line.
Are there West Virginia-specific regulations to flag?
West Virginia offers excellent bear hunting in remote Appalachian terrain.
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