Can I Keep?Spotted Sea Trout Regulations in Maryland (2026)
Recreational spotted sea trout rules in Maryland saltwater, as published by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Fishing and Boating Services. Last checked November 7, 2026.
Size limit
14 in minimum
Bag limit
4 per person
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Recreational Spotted Sea Trout rules in Maryland
- Where
- All waters
- Size limit
- (1) A recreational angler may not catch or possess spotted sea trout less than 14 inches in total length.
- Bag limit
- Recreational Catch Limits. Except for a person licensed to catch finfish for sale, a person may not catch or possess more than one weakfish and four spotted sea trout per day.
Commercial rules
Show 2 commercial rules
- Where
- Chesapeake Bay and tidal tributaries (bays & inshore)
- Size limit
- 14"
- Season
- Open Year Round / 150 lbs/day or trip, whichever is longer / Trawl mesh min. 3-3/8" square or 3-3/4" diamond stretched / Gill net mesh min. 3" stretched
- DNR commercial summary table; consult COMAR and public notices for full legal text.
- Where
- Atlantic Ocean, coastal bays and tributaries (ocean)
- Size limit
- 14"
- Season
- Open Year Round / 150 lbs/day or trip, whichever is longer / Trawl mesh min. 3-3/8" square or 3-3/4" diamond stretched / Gill net mesh min. 3" stretched
- DNR commercial summary table; consult COMAR and public notices for full legal text.
Quick answers
What is the spotted sea trout size limit in Maryland?
(1) A recreational angler may not catch or possess spotted sea trout less than 14 inches in total length..
How many spotted sea trout can I keep in Maryland?
Recreational Catch Limits. Except for a person licensed to catch finfish for sale, a person may not catch or possess more than one weakfish and four spotted sea trout per day..
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Source: Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Fishing and Boating Services. Most anglers need a Maryland saltwater license or registry: get one here.