Do Kids Need a Fishing License
15 is average age that states start requiring a fishing license for kids. Hawaii is the only state that requires a license for all ages. Below you can find your state’s fishing license requirements for kids.
| State | What Age Kids Need a Fishing License |
|---|---|
| Alabama | Kids 16 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Alabama. |
| Alaska | In Alaska residents 17 years old and younger don't need a fishing license. Non-residents 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license. |
| Arizona | Kids 9 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Arizona. |
| Arkansas | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Arkansas. |
| California | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in California. |
| Colorado | Kids 17 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Colorado. |
| Connecticut | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Connecticut. |
| Delaware | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Delaware. |
| Florida | Kids 16 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Florida. |
| Georgia | Kids 16 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Georgia. |
| Hawaii | All ages must have a fishing license in Hawaii. |
| Idaho | Kids 14 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Idaho. |
| Illinois | Kids 16 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Illinois. |
| Indiana | Kids 17 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Indiana. |
| Iowa | Kids 16 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Iowa. |
| Kansas | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Kansas. |
| Kentucky | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Kentucky. |
| Louisiana | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Louisiana. |
| Maine | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Maine. |
| Maryland | Kids 16 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Maryland. |
| Massachusetts | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Massachusetts. |
| Michigan | Kids 16 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Michigan. |
| Minnesota | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Minnesota. |
| Mississippi | Kids 16 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Mississippi. |
| Missouri | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Missouri. |
| Montana | Kids 11 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Montana. |
| Nebraska | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Nebraska. |
| Nevada | Kids 11 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Nevada. |
| New Hampshire | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in New Hampshire. |
| New Jersey | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in New Jersey. |
| New Mexico | Kids 11 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in New Mexico. |
| New York | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in New York. |
| North Carolina | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in North Carolina. |
| North Dakota | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in North Dakota. |
| Ohio | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Ohio. |
| Oklahoma | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Oklahoma. |
| Oregon | Kids 11 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Oregon. |
| Pennsylvania | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Pennsylvania. |
| Rhode Island | Kids 14 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Rhode Island. |
| South Carolina | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in South Carolina. |
| South Dakota | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in South Dakota. |
| Tennessee | Kids 12 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Tennessee. |
| Texas | Kids 16 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Texas. |
| Utah | Kids 11 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Utah. |
| Vermont | Kids 14 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Vermont. |
| Virginia | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Virginia. |
| Washington | Kids 14 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Washington. |
| West Virginia | Kids 14 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in West Virginia. |
| Wisconsin | Kids 15 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Wisconsin. |
| Wyoming | Kids 13 years old and younger don't need a fishing license in Wyoming. |
Do I need a fishing license to take my child fishing?
Adults do not need a fishing license if they are only supervising the child. If you’re assisting in any way you will need a license of your own.
Many states have other exceptions on who needs a fishing license that you might be eligible for.
Note: State laws are subject to change through the passage of new legislation, ballot initiatives, rulings in courts, and other means. While we strive to provide the most up to date information available, please consult a lawyer or verify the state law(s) you are researching.
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