Maryland · USA
Prettyboy Reservoir
- Region
- Maryland, USA
- Regulation zone
- Maryland statewide regulations
Species in Prettyboy Reservoir
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Seasons & limits — Maryland statewide regulations
| Species | Season | Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bass (Largemouth and Smallmouth) | June 16–last day of February (catch and release permitted at all times) | 12-inch minimum (or as provided by special regulations); daily 5 in aggregate, possession 10 in aggregate; cannot be used as bait | — |
| Channel Catfish | Open year round | No minimum size; daily 5, possession 10 | — |
| Crappie | Open year round | No minimum size; daily 15, possession 30 | — |
| Sunfish, including Bluegills and Rock Bass | Open year round | No minimum size; daily 15 in aggregate, possession 30 in aggregate | — |
| Yellow Perch | Open year round | Nontidal rivers and streams: 9-inch minimum, daily 5 / possession 10. Nontidal lakes and ponds: no minimum size, daily 10 / possession 20 (new for 2026). Possession of yellow perch eggs requires prior authorization from the department | — |
Always confirm regulations with the official state regulations before fishing — rules change, and waterbody-specific exceptions apply.
Waterbody-specific rules
- Baltimore City water-supply reservoir: boat permits required; fishing under Baltimore City reservoir rules in addition to state regulations (2026 Guide contact note)
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Species: Maryland state fisheries lake records, via the Bump Board dataset.