It’s almost fishing season! New rules you should know about

Apr 3, 2026, 6:34 AM CT

The 2026 – 2027 general inland fishing season opener is coming up fast. Anglers can begin legally fishing May 2.

There are frequent changes to regulations. Here’s a chart showing the rules applicable for the whole state:

The state is divided into several geographic sections.

To learn about specific regulations for your favorite parts of the state, learn more on the DNR website.

John is the Interim News Director for Civic Media. Reach him at john.scott@civicmedia.us.

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