Daily catch limits, open seasons, and zone rules for Ontario — all in one place, and all available offline in the TrueNorthAngler fishing app.
Planning a fishing trip in Ontario? This page gives you the general limits and open seasons from the 2026 Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary. For zone-by-zone rules, special regulations, and real-time updates, use the TrueNorthAngler app — every Ontario zone's rules are stored offline on your phone.
Planning a trip to a specific lake or river? We have detailed guides with species, seasons, tips, and why each water is special:
These are the general limits and seasons from the 2026 Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary. Zone-specific rules may apply — always confirm on the water with the TrueNorthAngler app, which keeps every zone's rules offline on your phone.
| Species | Daily limit | Open season |
|---|---|---|
| Walleye | 4 | May 1 (varies by FMZ) |
| Northern Pike | 6 | Year-round (most FMZs) |
| Muskellunge | 1 | First Saturday in June (FMZ 15, 19); Third Saturday in June (FMZ 5) |
| Smallmouth Bass | 6 | Fourth Saturday in June (varies by FMZ) |
| Largemouth Bass | 6 | Fourth Saturday in June (varies by FMZ) |
| Lake Trout | 2 | Jan 1 |
| Brook Trout | 5 | Jan 1 (varies by FMZ) |
| Rainbow Trout / Steelhead | 5 | Year-round (most FMZs) |
| Brown Trout | 5 | Year-round (most FMZs) |
| Chinook Salmon | 5 | Year-round |
| Coho Salmon | 5 | Year-round |
| Yellow Perch | 50 | Year-round |
| Black Crappie / White Crappie | 30 | Year-round (most FMZs) |
| Lake Whitefish | 12 | Year-round |
| Channel Catfish | 12 | Year-round |
| Atlantic Salmon | 1 | Year-round |
Learn to identify, find, and catch each species with our in-depth guides — including the best baits for every weather condition:
Yes — anyone 18 to 64 needs a recreational fishing licence to fish in Ontario. Licences are issued by the Ministry of Natural Resources. You can carry your licence digitally in the TrueNorthAngler app's licence wallet — no more scrambling for paper when the warden shows up. See our full guide: Canadian fishing licences explained.
Every Ontario fishing zone's limits, seasons, and special regulations — searchable, offline, on your phone.
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Download Ontario fishing zone maps before you leave cell range — they keep working on remote waters.
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