SlotGaugeCheck a catchCrappie regulations in North Carolina
· Freshwater · 2026 season
Crappie size limit, season and daily limit
| Where | Season | Size limit | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| NC inland waters (statewide; listed waters differ) | Open year-round | None | no statewide limit; 8 in / 20 per day on many listed waters |
Notes
- A 2026-10-31 check against the official source found a discrepancy in this species' notes/zones. Read the official wording before keeping the fish: https://www.eregulations.com/northcarolina/fishing/warm-water-game-fish-regulations
Exact NC Division of Marine Fisheries wording
- Season
- Open year-round
- Size
- None
- Limit
- No limit
- Inland waters — as printed
- “Crappie (Black And White) — All public fishing waters except those listed below: None | None (many waters: 8-inch minimum, 20 in combination)”
Source: NC Division of Marine Fisheries, captured 2026-09-29 (2026 season).
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About the crappie
Common name for two species of game fish
Crappies are two species of North American freshwater fish of the genus Pomoxis in the family Centrarchidae (sunfishes). Both species of crappies are popular game fish among recreational anglers.
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Frequently asked
What is the size limit for Crappie in North Carolina?
None in North Carolina state waters.
How many Crappie can you keep per day in North Carolina?
no statewide limit; 8 in / 20 per day on many listed waters.
When is Crappie season in North Carolina?
Open year-round.
Is my Crappie a keeper today?
Not yet converted to a keeper check. As printed: season Open year-round; size None; limit No limit. Read the exact wording below.