West Virginia Fishing Regulations
Freshwater and saltwater fishing regulations by state.
Selected state: West Virginia · Updated: 2025-01-01
Regulations by State
General regulations for West Virginia. Many coastal zones and reservoirs have special rules — always confirm on the official source.
| Species | Minimum Size | Bag Limit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
Largemouth Bass | 12 inches | 5 | West Virginia Division of Natural Resources |
Smallmouth Bass | 18 inches | 4 (only 1 over 20 inches) | West Virginia Division of Natural Resources |
Crappie | No minimum size | 30 | West Virginia Division of Natural Resources |
Bluegill (Sunfish) | No minimum size | 30 | West Virginia Division of Natural Resources |
Channel Catfish | No minimum size | 10 | West Virginia Division of Natural Resources |
Flathead Catfish | No minimum size | 10 | West Virginia Division of Natural Resources |
Walleye | No minimum size | 5 | West Virginia Division of Natural Resources |
White Bass | No minimum size | 30 | West Virginia Division of Natural Resources |
Sauger | No minimum size | 5 (with walleye) | West Virginia Division of Natural Resources |
View official West Virginia freshwater regulations
Verify current limits and seasons on the official West Virginia Division of Natural Resources website.
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