Virginia regulations
Fluke (Summer Flounder) Regulations in Virginia 2026
Virginia fluke 2026 open seasons vary by 2 management regions. Pick your region in the rule table below. Sourced from DWR.
Rules (5)
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 4 fish/person
- Min size
- 17.5"
- Gear
- Prfc
Other Virginia fish regulations
Other regulated species in Virginia with current rule pages — same DWR source, same verification cadence.
- Trout (Brook, Brown, Rainbow)303 rules
- Smallmouth Bass118 rules
- Largemouth Bass109 rules
- Channel Catfish100 rules
- Bluegill (Sunfish)83 rules
- Stripers (Striped Bass)80 rules
- Crappie (Black & White)70 rules
- Yellow Perch54 rules
- White Perch54 rules
- Muskie (Muskellunge)44 rules
- Blue Catfish31 rules
- Redfish (Red Drum)4 rules
- Cobia3 rules
Also known as
Fluke is also called Fluke (Summer Flounder), Summer Flounder, Summer Flounder (Fluke), summer flounder. Anglers in different regions use different names for the same fish, and the rules on this page apply to all of them in Virginia.
Frequently asked questions
When is Fluke season in Virginia?
Fluke season in Virginia runs from Jan 1 to Dec 31 per DWR.
What is the size limit for Fluke in Virginia?
Minimum size for Fluke in Virginia is 17.5 inches in Virginia Tidal Waters, per DWR. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for Fluke in Virginia?
Daily bag limit for Fluke in Virginia is 4 fish/person in Virginia Tidal Waters, per DWR.