Maryland regulations
Weakfish Regulations in Maryland 2026
Maryland Weakfish regulations: Daily bag 1 fish/day, Min size 24 inches. Sourced from DNR.
Rules (5)
Federal WatersOpen
- Status
- Open
- Daily bag
- 1 fish/day
- Min size
- 13"
Open Year Round
Other Maryland fish regulations
Other regulated species in Maryland with current rule pages — same DNR source, same verification cadence.
- Trout (Brook, Brown, Rainbow)172 rules
- Stripers (Striped Bass)107 rules
- Largemouth Bass46 rules
- Smallmouth Bass46 rules
- Black Drum10 rules
- Yellow Perch9 rules
- Tog (Tautog / Blackfish)8 rules
- Channel Catfish8 rules
- White Perch7 rules
- Black Sea Bass5 rules
- Bluefish5 rules
- Blue Catfish5 rules
- Crappie (Black & White)4 rules
- Cobia3 rules
- Redfish (Red Drum)2 rules
- Fluke (Summer Flounder)2 rules
- Spanish Mackerel2 rules
- Sheepshead2 rules
Frequently asked questions
When is Weakfish season in Maryland?
Weakfish season in Maryland is set by DNR. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for Weakfish in Maryland?
Minimum size for Weakfish 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 Weakfish in Maryland?
Daily bag limit for Weakfish in Maryland is 1 fish/day in Federal Waters, per DNR.
Official sources cited
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with DNR before keeping a catch.