2012 Georgia Sport Fishing Regulations

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This guide contains information you need to know to fish in freshwater and saltwater in Georgia. Please consult fishing regulations carefully before you go fishing since regulations may vary on different bodies of water. To view a digital version of the 2012 Fishing Regulations click here.

Notes:
Some saltwater fishing regulations have been impacted by legislative changes that occurred after the time of printing.  Details of these changes can be found on the Coastal Resources Division website or by call the DNR Coastal Resource Division @  (912) 264-7218. 

   Download or view the 2012 guide (11 MB file)   

Proposed Regulation Changes

Freshwater and Trout Fishing

A Guide to the Laws and Regulations on Freshwater and Trout Fishing.

• Understanding Regulations
• Freshwater Game Fish Daily Limits
• Length Limits
• Fishing Methods
• License Requirements
• Agreement with Bordering States
• Public Fishing Areas
• Selling Fish
• Seasons
• Stocking Fish
• Free Fishing Days
• Trout Fishing
• Definition of Terms

Saltwater Recreational Fishing

A Guide to the Laws and Regulations on Saltwater Recreational Fishing.

Commercial Freshwater Fishing

A Guide to the Laws and Regulations on Commercial Freshwater Fishing.

• Understanding Regulations
• Licenses
• Salwater Demarcation Line
• Protected Species
• Closed Areas
• Game Fish
• Fishing Gear
• Freshwater Mussels
• Directions for Constructing Legal Fish Baskets