Season Not Open
Dates
March 15, 2026 - May 15, 2026
September 15, 2026 - December 15, 2026
Notes
These regulations apply to paddlefishing on the Mississippi River.
Limits
Limits
Daily limit: 2
Possession limit: 4
Size limit: minimum 32"
Valid Permits
Allowed & Prohibited Methods
Methods
Paddlefish: Allowed Methods
Methods
Pole and line
Snagging
Grabbing
Trotline
Throwline
Limb line
Bank line
Jug line
Methods
Pole and line
Snagging
Grabbing
Trotline
Throwline
Limb line
Bank line
Jug line
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