Alabama regulations
Largemouth Bass Regulations in Alabama 2026
Alabama Largemouth Bass regulations: Slot min 13 inches, Slot max 16 inches, Min size 15 inches. Sourced from DCNR.
Rules (15)
- Slot min
- 13"
- Slot max
- 16"
- Slot min
- 13"
- Slot max
- 15"
- Slot min
- 13"
- Slot max
- 16"
- Min size
- 14"
Other Alabama fish regulations
Other regulated species in Alabama with current rule pages — same DCNR source, same verification cadence.
- Channel Catfish15 rules
- Speckled Trout (Spotted Seatrout)5 rules
- Stripers (Striped Bass)4 rules
- Crappie (Black & White)4 rules
- Tarpon3 rules
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)3 rules
- Redfish (Red Drum)2 rules
- Cobia2 rules
- Red Snapper2 rules
- Black Drum1 rule
- Spanish Mackerel1 rule
- Sheepshead1 rule
- Florida Pompano1 rule
- Bluegill (Sunfish)1 rule
Also known as
Largemouth Bass is also called Black Bass (Largemouth, Smallmouth, in any combination), largies. Anglers in different regions use different names for the same fish, and the rules on this page apply to all of them in Alabama.
Frequently asked questions
When is Largemouth Bass season in Alabama?
Largemouth Bass season in Alabama is set by DCNR. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for Largemouth Bass in Alabama?
Minimum size for Largemouth Bass in Alabama is 15 inches in Guntersville Reservoir, per DCNR. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Largemouth Bass in Alabama?
Daily bag for Largemouth Bass in Alabama varies by zone; see the table above.
Official sources cited
- https://www.outdooralabama.com/fishing/freshwater-fishing-creel-and-size-limits
- https://www.outdooralabama.com/rivers-and-mobile-delta/tallapoosa-river
- https://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/guides/25ALAB_LR.pdf