Ohio regulations
Crappie (Black & White) Regulations in Ohio 2026
Ohio crappie regulations in 2026: 13″ min size, 30 fish/day bag limit. Zone-specific exceptions may apply — see the rule table below. Sourced from DNR.
Rules (4)
- Daily bag
- 30 fish/day
- Min size
- 13"
- Daily bag
- 30 fish
- Daily bag
- 30 fish
Other Ohio fish regulations
Other regulated species in Ohio with current rule pages — same DNR source, same verification cadence.
- Trout (Brook, Brown, Rainbow)40 rules
- Yellow Perch24 rules
- Smallmouth Bass14 rules
- Largemouth Bass12 rules
- Muskie (Muskellunge)12 rules
- Walleye11 rules
- Channel Catfish4 rules
- Bluegill (Sunfish)4 rules
- Northern Pike2 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 Ohio.
Frequently asked questions
When is Crappie season in Ohio?
Crappie season in Ohio is set by DNR. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for Crappie in Ohio?
Minimum size for Crappie in Ohio is 13 inches, per DNR. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Crappie in Ohio?
Daily bag limit for Crappie in Ohio is 30 fish in Ohio River On Its Embayments And Tributaries To The First Riffle Or Dam In The Western Unit, per DNR.