Wisconsin regulations
Crappie (Black & White) Regulations in Wisconsin 2026
Wisconsin Crappie regulations as of 2026-05-08: Daily bag 5 fish/day; Daily bag 5 fish/day; Daily bag 5 fish/day. Sourced from DNR.
Rules (9)
Wisconsin statewide
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
- Daily bag
- 25 fish/day
Statewide: Combined Panfish
Black Dan Lake
- Daily bag
- 5 fish/day
Island Lake
- Daily bag
- 5 fish/day
Osprey Lake
- Daily bag
- 5 fish/day
Round Lake Chain (Round And Little Round Lakes)
- Daily bag
- 5 fish/day
Trophy Opportunity Or Biomanipulation
- Daily bag
- 5 fish a day
Windigo Lake
- Daily bag
- 5 fish/day
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 Wisconsin.
Frequently asked questions
When is Crappie season in Wisconsin?
Crappie season in Wisconsin is set by DNR. Some zones may have specific open windows; see the rule table above.
What is the size limit for Crappie in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin does not publish a state-wide minimum size for Crappie. Check zone-specific rules above.
What is the daily bag limit for Crappie in Wisconsin?
Daily bag limit for Crappie in Wisconsin is 5 fish/day in Black Dan Lake, per DNR.
Official sources cited
- https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Fishing/Regulations/NewRegulations
- https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Fishing/species
- https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/fishing/regulations/RegulationsToolbox
Reference only. Regulations change frequently, often mid-season. Always verify with DNR before keeping a catch. Last verified .