Maine Fishing Regulations
Freshwater and saltwater fishing regulations by state.
Selected state: Maine · Updated: 2025-01-01
Regulations by State
General regulations for Maine. 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 | Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife |
Smallmouth Bass | 14 inches | 5 | Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife |
Brook Trout | 6 inches | 2 | Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife |
Landlocked Salmon | 14 inches | 2 | Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife |
Lake Trout (Togue) | 18 inches | 2 | Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife |
Chain Pickerel | No minimum size | No limit | Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife |
White Perch | No minimum size | No limit | Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife |
Burbot (Cusk) | No minimum size | No limit | Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife |
Brown Trout | 6 inches | 2 (with other trout) | Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife |
View official Maine freshwater regulations
Verify current limits and seasons on the official Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife website.
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