Georgia regulations
Crappie (Black & White) Regulations in Georgia 2026
Georgia crappie regulations in 2026: 30 fish bag limit. Zone-specific exceptions may apply — see the rule table below. Sourced from DNR WRD.
Rules (3)
Hugh M. Gillis
- Gear
- Allowed
Black crappie listed among fish species at Hugh M. Gillis Public Fishing Area; no explicit restrictions stated for this species
OcmulgeeOpen
- Status
- Open
Fish Species: Largemouth bass, Bluegill, White crappie, Redear sunfish, yellow bullhead.
Other Georgia fish regulations
Other regulated species in Georgia with current rule pages — same DNR WRD source, same verification cadence.
- Stripers (Striped Bass)37 rules
- Largemouth Bass33 rules
- Trout (Brook, Brown, Rainbow)25 rules
- Bluegill (Sunfish)13 rules
- Channel Catfish9 rules
- Cobia5 rules
- Flounder4 rules
- Black Sea Bass3 rules
- Speckled Trout (Spotted Seatrout)3 rules
- Black Drum3 rules
- Spanish Mackerel3 rules
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)3 rules
- Red Snapper3 rules
- Sheepshead3 rules
- Flathead Catfish3 rules
- Redfish (Red Drum)2 rules
Also known as
Crappie is also called Crappie (Black & White), Black Crappie, White Crappie. Anglers in different regions use different names for the same fish, and the rules on this page apply to all of them in Georgia.
Frequently asked questions
When is Crappie season in Georgia?
Crappie season in Georgia is set by DNR WRD. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for Crappie in Georgia?
Georgia does not publish a state-wide minimum size for Crappie. Check zone-specific rules above.
What is the daily bag limit for Crappie in Georgia?
Daily bag limit for Crappie in Georgia is 30 fish, per DNR WRD.
Official sources cited
- https://www.eregulations.com/georgia/fishing
- https://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/guides/25GAAB_LR7.pdf
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with DNR WRD before keeping a catch.