Virginia regulations
White Perch Regulations in Virginia 2026
Virginia white perch 2026 open seasons vary by 54 management regions. Pick your region in the rule table below. Sourced from DWR.
Rules (54)
Nottoway RiverOpen
- Status
- Permitted
spring sees migrating upstream from North Carolina
Private PondOpen
- Status
- Permitted
State Record: 3 lbs. 2 oz. on 6-13-2012
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
- Muskie (Muskellunge)44 rules
- Blue Catfish31 rules
- Fluke (Summer Flounder)5 rules
- Redfish (Red Drum)4 rules
- Cobia3 rules
Frequently asked questions
When is White Perch season in Virginia?
White Perch season in Virginia is set by DWR. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for White Perch in Virginia?
Minimum size for White Perch in Virginia is 16 inches in Carvins Cove, per DWR. Slot limits or maximum sizes may apply in some zones.
What is the daily bag limit for White Perch in Virginia?
Daily bag for White Perch in Virginia varies by zone; see the table above.
Official sources cited
- https://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/guides/26VAFW_LR_2026-01-14-181617_afxs.pdf
- https://www.eregulations.com/assets/docs/resources/VA/26VAFW_LR.pdf
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with DWR before keeping a catch.