Florida Largemouth Bass Rules
Copied from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) on October 17, 2026.
The statewide freshwater rule for largemouth (Florida) bass.
The rule (Statewide freshwater rule)
| Bag limit | 5 black bass per day (all black bass combined), only one of which may be 16 in or longer |
|---|---|
| Minimum size | None (Florida and largemouth bass) |
| Maximum size | None |
| Season | No closed season in the statewide rules |
| Possession / vessel limit | No more than two days’ bag limit |
Statewide rule. Some lakes, rivers and Fish Management Areas have special limits, so check the water you are on.
Check the source
Official page: https://myfwc.com/fishing/freshwater/regulations/general/. Rules change, so always confirm on the official page before keeping a fish. Some waters (certain lakes, rivers, parks and Fish Management Areas) have their own rules.
Not sure what you caught? How to identify a fish from a photo. CatchCheck uses AI to identify fish from photos, and the ID can be wrong. Always confirm the species and the current rules with your state fish and wildlife agency before keeping any fish.