Can I Keep?Hogfish Regulations by State (2026)
Recreational hogfish size limits, bag limits and seasons in 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida (2 rules) | Minimum Size Limit: 14" fork length | Daily Bag Limit: 5 per harvester | Season: Open year-round |
| Louisiana | 14 inches minimum fork length | Five per person per day | Open year-round in state waters |
| Mississippi | Minimum length in inches: 14 FL | Number of fish bag/possession: 5 | — |
| North Carolina | 17 in minimum | 2 per person | — |
| South Carolina (2 rules) | 17-inch FL | 2 per person per day | There are no closed seasons in state waters (out to 3 miles offshore). |