Snook Size Limits By State
Texas and Florida are the only states regulating the lengths snook anglers can legally keep. Check the specific size limit in this article before fishing in one of these states!
The following list provides size restrictions on snook in coastal recreational saltwater states. For personal use only, this information does not apply to commercial or guided fishing.
This article will cover:
- List of snook bag and size limits
- Harvest limitations
- Prohibited fishing gear
- Season status
Florida, Atlantic excluding Monroe County
- Season: Closed Dec 15 – Jan 31 and June 1 – Aug 31
- Daily Bag Limit: 1
- Minimum Length: 28 inches
- Maximum Length: 32 inches
- Harvest Limitations: Remains Catch-and-release only south of state road 64 (Manatee County)
to Gordon Pass (Collier County); Snook permit required for harvest; No snatch hooks and spearing
Florida, Gulf including Monroe County
- Season: Closed Dec 1 – Feb 28 and May 1 – Aug 31
- Daily Bag Limit: 1
- Minimum Length: 28 inches
- Maximum Length: 33 inches
- Harvest Limitations: Remains Catch-and-release only south of state road 64 (Manatee County)
to Gordon Pass (Collier County); Snook permit required for harvest; No snatch hooks and spearing
Texas State Waters
- Season: Open
- Daily Bag Limit: 1
- Daily Posession Limit: 2
- Minimum Length: 24 inches
- Maximum Length: 28 inches
- Harvest Limitations: State waters only
- Limit valid Sep. 1, 2022 through Aug. 31, 2023
Looking For Redfish Size Limits?
Have you ever gone fishing and thought, “Hmm, I wonder what the size limit is for redfish?” If so, then you’re in luck! In this article, we provide a comprehensive list of state-by-state size limits for redfish. This information is important to know if you want to avoid breaking the law and getting fined. So be sure to bookmark this page and check it before your next fishing trip!
Conclusion
So, be sure to check out the size limits for snook before your next fishing trip and stay within the law! Knowing these limits will help you have a successful day on the water. Is there anything else you would like to know about size limits for snook in your state? Let us know in the comments below.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the snook limits in Texas? You are allowed to catch 1 Texas snook each day. They must be between 24 and 28 inches in size. You are not allowed to keep any oversized fish.
- What are the snook size limits in Florida? In Florida, you can legally catch 1 snook each day. The fish must be between 24 and 32 inches long for the Atlantic and 33 inches long for the Gulf side. You are not allowed to keep any oversized fish.
