Can I Keep?Flounder Regulations by State (2026)
Recreational flounder size limits, bag limits and seasons in 6 US coastal states, each from the state's fishery agency. Where a state has several rules, the first is shown; open the state for all of them.
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| State | Size limit | Bag limit | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 14" min TL | 5 per person | Closed Season for the month of November |
| Florida | Minimum Size Limit: 14" total length | Daily Bag Limit: 5 per person | Seasonal Closure: Closed annually from Oct. 15 through Nov. 30. |
| Georgia | 12" TL | 15 | All year |
| Mississippi | Minimum length in inches: 12 TL | Number of fish bag/possession: 10 | — |
| North Carolina | 15 in minimum | 1 per person | It shall be unlawful to possess flounder for recreational purposes… |
| South Carolina | 16-inch TL | 5 per person per day not to exceed 10 per boat per day | — |