Georgia state waters, out to 3 miles
Closed March-April; season shown on current CRD table (newer than 2025 guide).
GA DNR CRD 2026 · checked · the official rulebook is the final word
Georgia state record
GA DNR CRD Saltwater Records · checked 2026-08-23
How to tell it
Chopper jaw full of visible teeth, greenish back, forked tail; snapping at everything. More on the bluefish page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
Questions anglers ask5
What is the size limit for bluefish in Georgia?
12 in fork length. Measured as fork length: snout to the fork of the tail.
How many bluefish can you keep in Georgia?
15 per person per day.
When is bluefish season in Georgia?
May 1 - Feb. 28 annually. As of Sep 21, 2026 it is open.
What is the Georgia record bluefish?
17 lb 12 oz (1980).
How current is this Georgia bluefish rule?
Source: GA DNR CRD 2026, last checked Sep 20, 2026. A watchman re-reads the agency's pages nightly. Rules change mid-season by proclamation; the official rulebook is the final word.
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