The private recreational angler red snapper season in federal waters opens Saturday, June 1, 2024. Red snapper fishing is open year-round in state waters. Bag and size limits will remain unchanged.
Regulations for red snapper in federal waters consist of:
- Two fish per person per day with a 16-inch minimum size limit.
- Red snapper caught in federal waters counts as part of the state bag limit of four fish.
- No more than two red snapper can be in possession while in federal waters.
Regulations for red snapper in state waters:
- Four fish per person per day with a 15-inch minimum size limit.
- No more than four red snapper can be in possession in state waters while fishing.
Continue reading at tpwd.texas.gov
