Maryland regulations
Tog (Tautog / Blackfish) Regulations in Maryland 2026
Maryland Tog regulations as of 2026-05-08: Min size 24 inches; Status Catch And Release; Min size 24 inches. Sourced from DNR.
Rules (8)
Atlantic Coast Division
- Min size
- 24"
Chesapeake BayCatch & release
- Status
- Catch And Release
May catch-and-release May 16–June 30
Chesapeake Bay Division
- Min size
- 24"
Federal WatersCatch & release
- Status
- Catch And Release
- Season opens
- Jul 1
- Season closes
- May 15
- Daily bag
- 4 fish/day
- Min size
- 16"
May 16–June 30 November 1–December 31
Also known as
Tog is also called Tog (Tautog / Blackfish), Tautog, tautog, blackfish. Anglers in different regions use different names for the same fish, and the rules on this page apply to all of them in Maryland.
Frequently asked questions
When is Tog season in Maryland?
Tog season in Maryland runs from Jul 1 to May 15 per DNR.
What is the size limit for Tog in Maryland?
Minimum size for Tog in Maryland is 24 inches in Atlantic Coast Division, per DNR. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Tog in Maryland?
Daily bag limit for Tog in Maryland is 4 fish/day in Federal Waters, per DNR.
Official sources cited
- https://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/guides/26MDFW_LR5.pdf
- https://www.eregulations.com/maryland/fishing/chesapeake-bay-seasons-sizes-limits
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with DNR before keeping a catch. Last verified .