Michigan regulations
Bluegill (Sunfish) Regulations in Michigan 2026
Michigan bluegill 2026 open seasons vary by 2 management regions. Statewide rules apply for 25/day. Pick your region in the rule table below. Sourced from DNR.
Rules (9)
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
- Possession
- 50 fish
- Possession
- 50 fish
- Season closes
- Nov 30
- Season closes
- Nov 30
- Possession
- 5 fish
- Possession
- 5 fish
Other Michigan fish regulations
Other regulated species in Michigan with current rule pages — same DNR source, same verification cadence.
- Trout (Brook, Brown, Rainbow)117 rules
- Lake Trout86 rules
- Walleye82 rules
- Northern Pike79 rules
- Lake Sturgeon28 rules
- Muskie (Muskellunge)11 rules
- Smallmouth Bass8 rules
- Salmon (Chinook, Coho, Pink)7 rules
- Largemouth Bass7 rules
- Channel Catfish4 rules
- Crappie (Black & White)2 rules
- Yellow Perch2 rules
Also known as
Bluegill is also called Bluegill (Sunfish), Pumpkinseed, Sunfish, Redear Sunfish, sunfish. Anglers in different regions use different names for the same fish, and the rules on this page apply to all of them in Michigan.
Frequently asked questions
When is Bluegill season in Michigan?
Bluegill season in Michigan is set by DNR. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for Bluegill in Michigan?
Michigan does not publish a state-wide minimum size for Bluegill. Check zone-specific rules above.
What is the daily bag limit for Bluegill in Michigan?
Daily bag limit for Bluegill in Michigan is 25 fish/day, per DNR.