Mississippi state waters, out to 3 miles
No individual limit; counts toward the 4-grouper aggregate.
MS DMR 2026 · checked · the official rulebook is the final word
Mississippi state record
MDMR State Saltwater Records (Conventional) · checked 2026-08-23
How to tell it
Olive hind, dark saddles on the back, big blotchy spots. More on the rock hind page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
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Questions anglers ask5
What is the size limit for rock hind in Mississippi?
No size limit.
How many rock hind can you keep in Mississippi?
No individual limit (within 4-grouper aggregate). Aggregate: 4-grouper aggregate.
When is rock hind season in Mississippi?
Open year-round.
What is the Mississippi record rock hind?
4 lb 4.8 oz (2025).
How current is this Mississippi rock hind rule?
Source: MS DMR 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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