Georgia regulations
King Mackerel (Kingfish) Regulations in Georgia 2026
Georgia king mackerel regulations in 2026: 24″ min size, 3 fish/day bag limit. Zone-specific exceptions may apply — see the rule table below. Sourced from DNR WRD.
Rules (3)
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
- Red Snapper3 rules
- Sheepshead3 rules
- Flathead Catfish3 rules
- Crappie (Black & White)3 rules
- Redfish (Red Drum)2 rules
Also known as
King Mackerel is also called King Mackerel (Kingfish), kingfish, kings. 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 King Mackerel season in Georgia?
King Mackerel 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 King Mackerel in Georgia?
Minimum size for King Mackerel in Georgia is 24 FL in All Saltwater Finfish, per DNR WRD. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for King Mackerel in Georgia?
Daily bag limit for King Mackerel in Georgia is 3 fish/day, per DNR WRD.
Official sources cited
- https://www.eregulations.com/georgia/fishing/finfish-seasons-limits-sizes
- https://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/guides/25GAAB_LR7.pdf