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Lake Superior Salmon Fishing Regulations 2026
Lake Superior salmon regulations in 2026: 12″ min size. Zone-specific exceptions may apply — see the rule table below. Sourced from DNR / DNR.
Rules (14)
Minnesota (6)
Cascade RiverOpen
- Status
- Permitted
Certified weight record: 4 lbs, 8 oz
Lake SuperiorOpen
- Status
- Permitted
- Status
- Permitted
Certified weight record: 33 lbs, 4 oz Certified weight record: 12 lbs, 5 oz
Lake Superior And Tributaries Below Posted Boundaries
- Possession
- 5 fish
- Min size
- 10"
combined total (only 1 can be Atlantic salmon)
Poplar RiverOpen
- Status
- Permitted
Certified weight record: 33 lbs, 4 oz
Wisconsin (8)
Lake Superior Streams (All Streams Are Located In Ashland, Bayfield, Douglas And Iron Counties And Shown As Black On The Maps)
- Daily bag
- 5 fish/day
in total, only 2 of which may be brown trout over 15” and only 1 of which may be a rainbow trout
Also known as
Rules above match the following common names in our regulations database: Pink Salmon, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Salmon, Trout And Salmon, Atlantic Salmon.
Frequently asked questions
When is Salmon season on Lake Superior?
Salmon season on Lake Superior is set by DNR / DNR. See the rule table for state- and zone-specific dates.
What is the size limit for Salmon on Lake Superior?
Minimum size for Salmon on Lake Superior is 10 inches in Lake Superior And Tributaries Below Posted Boundaries. Slot or maximum sizes may apply elsewhere on the water; see the table above.
What is the daily bag limit for Salmon on Lake Superior?
Daily bag limit for Salmon on Lake Superior is 5 in Lake Superior.
Reference only. Regulations change mid-season. Always verify with the official source before keeping a catch.