Alabama Fishing Regulations
Freshwater and saltwater fishing regulations by state.
Selected state: Alabama · Updated: 2024-07-20
Regulations by State
General regulations for Alabama. Many coastal zones and reservoirs have special rules — always confirm on the official source.
| Species | Minimum Size | Bag Limit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
Largemouth Bass | 12 inches | 10 | Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources |
Crappie | 9 inches | 30 | Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources |
Bream (Bluegill, Redear Sunfish) | No minimum size | 50 | Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources |
Longnose Gar | No minimum size | No limit | Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources |
Freshwater Drum | No minimum size | No limit | Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources |
Rainbow Trout | No minimum size | 4 | Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources |
Catfish (Channel and Blue) | No minimum (under 34 inches) | No limit (under 34 inches); 1 per day 34 inches or greater | Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources |
White Bass | No minimum size | 15 | Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources |
Striped Bass and Hybrids | Varies by water | Varies by water | Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources |
Smallmouth Bass | 12 inches | 10 (black bass aggregate) | Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources |
View official Alabama freshwater regulations
Verify current limits and seasons on the official Outdoor Alabama (ADCNR) website.
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