Gray Snapper in Alabama
Where to catch gray snapper in Alabama, and what to keep.
- 10 a daycreel
- 18 lbs. 0 ozs.record
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gray snapper and the ADCNR rules
Look up "Gray Snapper (mangrove, black) (#)" in the saltwater limits to find the rule for gray snapper. Its terms are 10 per person; 12" min. tl with the season state waters; see seasons.
In 2007, Pam Ward landed the record 18 lbs. 0 ozs. at a water ADCNR does not print.
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| Row as printed | Waters | Creel and size | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gray Snapper (mangrove, black) (#) | Alabama state waters | 10 per person; 12" min. TL | state waters; see seasons |
Alabama state waters open and close along with federal regulations.
Limits as printed by the ADCNR Marine Resources Division recreational size, creel and possession limits for state waters (MRD limits page), read November 1, 2026.
Heaviest gray snapper recorded in Alabama
| List | Weight | Angler | Water | Date | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| saltwater | 18 lbs. 0 ozs. | Pam Ward | Alabama waters (no water printed) | May 16, 2007 |
ADCNR (Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Division for freshwater; Marine Resources Division State Record Fish Committee for saltwater); freshwater list, saltwater list, read November 1, 2026.
Reef fish rules that cover gray snapper
ADCNR lists it among the Gulf reef fish, so anyone 16 or older who keeps it needs the Gulf Reef Fish Endorsement on top of a saltwater license.
The endorsement costs $10 a year for residents and nonresidents alike in 2026-27.
ADCNR license page in the Official 2026-2027 Alabama Hunting and Fishing Digest (ADCNR, eRegulations edition), read November 1, 2026.
Alabama fish close to gray snapper
- Lane Snappersaltwater
- Red Snappersaltwater
- Vermilion Snappersaltwater
Pine ridges, bluffs and water near Gray Snapper, photographed
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Chasing gray snapper in Alabama, questions answered
How many gray snapper may I keep in Alabama?
ADCNR prints 10 per person; 12" min. TL; state waters; see seasons.
How heavy is the Alabama gray snapper record?
18 lbs. 0 ozs. from a water not printed in 2007, angler Pam Ward.
What Alabama lake or bay is good for gray snapper?
No page here links it to a water yet.
Does Alabama have gray snapper exceptions?
The exceptions leave it alone.
Is gray snapper open now in Alabama?
The row gives state waters; see seasons.
Is one license enough for gray snapper?
Saltwater anglers 16 and older carry an Alabama saltwater license ($30.90 resident, $66.80 nonresident for 2026-27), plus the $10 Gulf Reef Fish Endorsement to keep reef fish such as red snapper. Keeping it also takes the reef fish endorsement.
How do I claim an Alabama gray snapper record?
Saltwater records are judged by the MRD State Record Fish Committee.
Is gray snapper a game fish in Alabama?
Listed names: Gray Snapper (mangrove, black) and Gray snapper.
Head out after gray snapper in Alabama
Choose one of the waters above to plan the day.